2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 1958 MG MGA
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 MG MGA would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1958 MG MGA. (107 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1958 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 937 kg more than 1958 MG MGA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Dakota (320 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 MG MGA. (141 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 1958 MG MGA | |
| Make | Dodge | MG |
| Model | Dakota | MGA |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2390 mm |
