1955 Ford Consul vs. 1956 MG MGA
To start off, 1956 MG MGA is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 MG MGA (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1955 Ford Consul. (40 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ford Consul weights approximately 145 kg more than 1956 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, 1956 MG MGA (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1956 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ford Consul | 1956 MG MGA | |
Make | Ford | MG |
Model | Consul | MGA |
Year Released | 1955 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2390 mm |