1955 MG MGA vs. 1960 Morris Minor
To start off, 1960 Morris Minor is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 MG MGA (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1960 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1960 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 MG MGA weights approximately 108 kg more than 1960 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1955 MG MGA (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1955 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 MG MGA | 1960 Morris Minor | |
| Make | MG | Morris |
| Model | MGA | Minor |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2190 mm |
