2009 Nissan Titan vs. 1961 MG MGA
To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 MG MGA would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1961 MG MGA. (106 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1961 MG MGA.
Because 2009 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 MG MGA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG MGA. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG MGA. 2009 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1961 MG MGA has manual transmission. 1961 MG MGA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Titan | 1961 MG MGA | |
| Make | Nissan | MG |
| Model | Titan | MGA |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5551 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2390 mm |
