2009 Nissan Patrol vs. 1960 MG MGA
To start off, 2009 Nissan Patrol is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 MG MGA would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Patrol (159 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1960 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1960 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1455 kg more than 1960 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 Nissan Patrol (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Patrol | 1960 MG MGA | |
Make | Nissan | MG |
Model | Patrol | MGA |
Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.8 seconds | 16 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |