1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1962 MG MGA
To start off, 1962 MG MGA is newer by 10 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), 1962 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 MG MGA (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 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 72 kg more than 1962 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, 1962 MG MGA (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1962 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 | 1962 MG MGA | |
Make | Austin | MG |
Model | A 40 | MGA |
Year Released | 1952 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2390 mm |