2008 Honda S2000 vs. 1957 MG MGA
To start off, 2008 Honda S2000 is newer by 51 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1957 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1957 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda S2000 weights approximately 454 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, 2008 Honda S2000 (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda S2000 | 1957 MG MGA | |
Make | Honda | MG |
Model | S2000 | MGA |
Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2390 mm |