1983 Ford Mustang vs. 1956 MG MGA
To start off, 1983 Ford Mustang is newer by 27 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 MG MGA (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1983 Ford Mustang. (88 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Mustang weights approximately 285 kg more than 1956 MG MGA.
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, 1983 Ford Mustang (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Mustang | 1956 MG MGA | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Mustang | MGA |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2390 mm |
