2007 Honda Accord vs. 1959 MG MGA
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 48 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 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1959 MG MGA. (106 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1959 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 518 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.
Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 MG MGA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord 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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG MGA. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 1959 MG MGA | |
| Make | Honda | MG |
| Model | Accord | MGA |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2353 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2390 mm |
