1990 Jaguar Kensington vs. 1956 MG MGA
To start off, 1990 Jaguar Kensington is newer by 34 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 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar Kensington is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar Kensington (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1956 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar Kensington should accelerate faster 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, 1990 Jaguar Kensington (433 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar Kensington will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Jaguar Kensington | 1956 MG MGA | |
Make | Jaguar | MG |
Model | Kensington | MGA |
Year Released | 1990 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5344 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 433 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2390 mm |