1956 MG MGA vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 51 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 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1956 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1956 MG MGA.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 MG MGA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (361 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 MG MGA. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 MG MGA | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | MG | Volkswagen |
| Model | MGA | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
