1985 Dodge Conquest vs. 1956 MG MGA
To start off, 1985 Dodge Conquest is newer by 29 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 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Dodge Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Dodge Conquest (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1956 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1956 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 380 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, 1985 Dodge Conquest (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Conquest | 1956 MG MGA | |
| Make | Dodge | MG |
| Model | Conquest | MGA |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2390 mm |
