2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1959 MG MGA
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 MG MGA would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1959 MG MGA. (106 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1959 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 178 kg more than 1959 MG MGA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG MGA. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG MGA. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 1959 MG MGA has manual transmission. 1959 MG MGA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1959 MG MGA | |
| Make | Chevrolet | MG |
| Model | Avalanche | MGA |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2390 mm |
