1951 Austin A 40 vs. 1968 MG MGC
To start off, 1968 MG MGC is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,911 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 MG MGC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 MG MGC (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 MG MGC should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40.
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, 1968 MG MGC (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 MG MGC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 40 | 1968 MG MGC | |
| Make | Austin | MG |
| Model | A 40 | MGC |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2560 mm |
