1956 MG MGA vs. 1970 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1970 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 14 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. 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 27 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 MG MGA weights approximately 120 kg more than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 MG MGA (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 MG MGA | 1970 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | MG | Triumph |
| Model | MGA | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2110 mm |
