1945 Austin 16 vs. 1956 MG MGA
To start off, 1956 MG MGA is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1945 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 MG MGA (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1945 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1945 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Austin 16 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1956 MG MGA.
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, 1945 Austin 16 (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1945 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1945 Austin 16 | 1956 MG MGA | |
Make | Austin | MG |
Model | 16 | MGA |
Year Released | 1945 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2390 mm |