2009 Dodge Durango vs. 1958 MG MGA
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 51 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1958 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1958 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1958 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, 2009 Dodge Durango (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 MG MGA. 2009 Dodge Durango 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. 2009 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Durango | 1958 MG MGA | |
| Make | Dodge | MG |
| Model | Durango | MGA |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 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 |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
