1994 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1956 MG MGA
To start off, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 38 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 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1956 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1956 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 480 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.
Because 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 MG MGA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Daihatsu Rocky | 1956 MG MGA | |
| Make | Daihatsu | MG |
| Model | Rocky | MGA |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1956 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2390 mm |
