1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 1956 MG MGA
To start off, 1960 Fairthorpe Electron is newer by 4 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 47 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 MG MGA weights approximately 410 kg more than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fairthorpe Electron | 1956 MG MGA | |
Make | Fairthorpe | MG |
Model | Electron | MGA |
Year Released | 1960 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 42 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2390 mm |