1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 1956 MG MGA
To start off, 1976 Holden Sunbird is newer by 20 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 4,143 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Sunbird (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1956 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1956 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 312 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, 1976 Holden Sunbird (325 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Sunbird | 1956 MG MGA | |
| Make | Holden | MG |
| Model | Sunbird | MGA |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4143 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2390 mm |
