2007 Kia Rondo vs. 1956 MG MGA
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 51 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1956 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1956 MG MGA.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 MG MGA. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1956 MG MGA has manual transmission. 1956 MG MGA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rondo | 1956 MG MGA | |
| Make | Kia | MG |
| Model | Rondo | MGA |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2390 mm |
