1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1961 MG MGA
To start off, 1961 MG MGA is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 MG MGA (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 40 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1961 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, 1961 MG MGA (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1961 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 40 | 1961 MG MGA | |
Make | Austin | MG |
Model | A 40 | MGA |
Year Released | 1952 | 1961 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1199 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2390 mm |