1974 Fiat 133 vs. 1956 MG MGA
To start off, 1974 Fiat 133 is newer by 18 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 55 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 MG MGA weights approximately 210 kg more than 1974 Fiat 133. 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1956 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 133 | 1956 MG MGA | |
| Make | Fiat | MG |
| Model | 133 | MGA |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2390 mm |
