2004 Dodge Viper vs. 1955 MG MGA
To start off, 2004 Dodge Viper is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 MG MGA would be higher. At 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 404 more horse power than 1955 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1955 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Viper weights approximately 635 kg more than 1955 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, 2004 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 563 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Viper | 1955 MG MGA | |
| Make | Dodge | MG |
| Model | Viper | MGA |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8275 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 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 | 1535 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2390 mm |
