2007 Dodge Durango vs. 1957 MG MGA
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 50 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 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1957 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1957 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 485 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.
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, 2007 Dodge Durango (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG MGA. 2007 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1957 MG MGA has manual transmission. 1957 MG MGA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Durango | 1957 MG MGA | |
| Make | Dodge | MG |
| Model | Durango | MGA |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3699 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2390 mm |
