1956 MG MGA vs. 1957 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1957 Morris Oxford is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 MG MGA would be higher. Both 1956 MG MGA and 1957 Morris Oxford are equipped with a 1,489 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1956 MG MGA (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1957 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Morris Oxford weights approximately 185 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, 1957 Morris Oxford (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1956 MG MGA | 1957 Morris Oxford | |
Make | MG | Morris |
Model | MGA | Oxford |
Year Released | 1956 | 1957 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2470 mm |