1956 MG MGA vs. 1993 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1993 Nissan Laurel is newer by 37 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Laurel (148 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1956 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1956 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 500 kg more than 1956 MG MGA. 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, 1993 Nissan Laurel (182 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 MG MGA. 1993 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 1956 MG MGA has manual transmission. 1956 MG MGA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 MG MGA | 1993 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | MG | Nissan |
| Model | MGA | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2730 mm |
