1946 Austin 16 vs. 1957 MG MGA
To start off, 1957 MG MGA is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 MG MGA (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Austin 16 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1957 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, 1957 MG MGA (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1957 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Austin 16 | 1957 MG MGA | |
Make | Austin | MG |
Model | 16 | MGA |
Year Released | 1946 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 |