2005 Fiat Albea vs. 1956 MG MGA
To start off, 2005 Fiat Albea is newer by 49 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 MG MGA (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Albea. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Albea weights approximately 115 kg more than 1956 MG MGA.
Because 1956 MG MGA is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 MG MGA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Albea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1956 MG MGA (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Albea. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1956 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Albea.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Albea | 1956 MG MGA | |
Make | Fiat | MG |
Model | Albea | MGA |
Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2390 mm |