1971 Checker Aerobus vs. 1956 MG MGA
To start off, 1971 Checker Aerobus is newer by 15 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Checker Aerobus (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1956 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1956 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1505 kg more than 1956 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, 1971 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Checker Aerobus | 1956 MG MGA | |
| Make | Checker | MG |
| Model | Aerobus | MGA |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2390 mm |
