1986 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1956 MG MGA
To start off, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 30 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 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1956 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1956 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 670 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, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro (386 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Chevrolet Camaro | 1956 MG MGA | |
Make | Chevrolet | MG |
Model | Camaro | MGA |
Year Released | 1986 | 1956 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5040 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2390 mm |