1948 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 1955 MG MGA
To start off, 1955 MG MGA is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Jeep Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 MG MGA (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 560 kg more than 1955 MG MGA.
Because 1948 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 MG MGA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 Jeep Station Wagon 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, 1955 MG MGA (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1955 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jeep Station Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jeep Station Wagon | 1955 MG MGA | |
| Make | Jeep | MG |
| Model | Station Wagon | MGA |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1955 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2390 mm |
