2007 Honda Civic vs. 1958 MG MGA
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 49 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1958 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1958 MG MGA.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 MG MGA (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1958 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 2007 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1958 MG MGA has manual transmission. 1958 MG MGA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1958 MG MGA | |
| Make | Honda | MG |
| Model | Civic | MGA |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2390 mm |
