1956 AC Aceca vs. 1961 MG MGA
To start off, 1961 MG MGA is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 AC Aceca (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1961 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1961 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 MG MGA weights approximately 6 kg more than 1956 AC Aceca.
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 AC Aceca (168 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG MGA. (149 Nm). This means 1956 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1956 AC Aceca | 1961 MG MGA | |
Make | AC | MG |
Model | Aceca | MGA |
Year Released | 1956 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 149 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2390 mm |