2004 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1957 MG MGA
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Freelander (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1957 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1957 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 504 kg more than 1957 MG MGA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 MG MGA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Freelander will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Land Rover Freelander (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Freelander | 1957 MG MGA | |
| Make | Land Rover | MG |
| Model | Freelander | MGA |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2390 mm |
