1978 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1956 MG MGA
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Delta is newer by 22 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 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Daihatsu Delta (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1956 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Delta should accelerate faster than 1956 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Delta weights approximately 186 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, 1978 Daihatsu Delta (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Delta | 1956 MG MGA | |
| Make | Daihatsu | MG |
| Model | Delta | MGA |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2390 mm |
