1956 MG MGA vs. 1996 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1996 TVR Cerbera 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 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1956 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1956 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 228 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, 1996 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 MG MGA | 1996 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | MG | TVR |
| Model | MGA | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 4185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1128 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2580 mm |
