1956 MG MGA vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1956 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1956 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 200 weights approximately 140 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Rover 200 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 MG MGA | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | MG | Rover |
| Model | MGA | 200 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2510 mm |
