2003 Ford Mustang vs. 1956 MG MGA
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 47 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 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1956 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1956 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 580 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mustang | 1956 MG MGA | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Mustang | MGA |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2390 mm |
