1988 Ford RS 200 vs. 1956 MG MGA
To start off, 1988 Ford RS 200 is newer by 32 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 1,804 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford RS 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1956 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1956 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford RS 200 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, 1988 Ford RS 200 (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford RS 200 | 1956 MG MGA | |
Make | Ford | MG |
Model | RS 200 | MGA |
Year Released | 1988 | 1956 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1804 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
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 | 4010 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2390 mm |