1956 MG MGA vs. 2008 Tata Nano
To start off, 2008 Tata Nano is newer by 52 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 MG MGA (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2008 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 MG MGA weights approximately 300 kg more than 2008 Tata Nano. 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, 1956 MG MGA (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 MG MGA | 2008 Tata Nano | |
| Make | MG | Tata |
| Model | MGA | Nano |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2230 mm |
