2007 Toyota Hilux vs. 1962 MG MGA
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 MG MGA would be higher. At 2,492 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Hilux (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1962 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1962 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 630 kg more than 1962 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 Toyota Hilux (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Hilux | 1962 MG MGA | |
Make | Toyota | MG |
Model | Hilux | MGA |
Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |