1957 Austin A 55 vs. 1962 MG MGA
To start off, 1962 MG MGA is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 MG MGA (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A 55 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1962 MG MGA.
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, 1962 MG MGA (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1962 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A 55 | 1962 MG MGA | |
Make | Austin | MG |
Model | A 55 | MGA |
Year Released | 1957 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2390 mm |