1956 Austin A 40 vs. 2002 MG TF
To start off, 2002 MG TF is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 MG TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 MG TF (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 MG TF weights approximately 50 kg more than 1956 Austin A 40. 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, 2002 MG TF (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2002 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 40 | 2002 MG TF | |
Make | Austin | MG |
Model | A 40 | TF |
Year Released | 1956 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |