1981 Lincoln Continental vs. 1956 MG MGA
To start off, 1981 Lincoln Continental is newer by 25 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lincoln Continental (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1956 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1956 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 955 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, 1981 Lincoln Continental (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lincoln Continental | 1956 MG MGA | |
| Make | Lincoln | MG |
| Model | Continental | MGA |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2390 mm |
