1957 MG MGA vs. 1994 Morgan 4
To start off, 1994 Morgan 4 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1957 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1957 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Morgan 4 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1957 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, 1994 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1957 MG MGA | 1994 Morgan 4 | |
Make | MG | Morgan |
Model | MGA | 4 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2450 mm |