1956 MG MGA vs. 1996 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1996 Renault Safrane is newer by 40 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 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Safrane (114 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1956 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1956 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Safrane weights approximately 750 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.
Because 1956 MG MGA is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 MG MGA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Renault Safrane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Renault Safrane (234 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 MG MGA | 1996 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | MG | Renault |
| Model | MGA | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2770 mm |
