1952 Austin A 90 vs. 1959 MG MGA
To start off, 1959 MG MGA is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 MG MGA (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 90 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1959 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, 1952 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 90 | 1959 MG MGA | |
Make | Austin | MG |
Model | A 90 | MGA |
Year Released | 1952 | 1959 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2390 mm |