2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1958 MG MGA
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 MG MGA (107 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 240 kg more than 1958 MG MGA.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 MG MGA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda 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, 2009 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 MG MGA. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1958 MG MGA | |
| Make | Fiat | MG |
| Model | Panda | MGA |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2390 mm |
