1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 1956 MG MGA
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 is newer by 33 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 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 (127 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1956 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 should accelerate faster than 1956 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 weights approximately 138 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, 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 (182 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 1956 MG MGA | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | MG |
| Model | 2000 | MGA |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 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 | 1038 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2390 mm |
