2007 Lotus Elise vs. 1956 MG MGA
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Elise (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1956 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1956 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 MG MGA weights approximately 19 kg more than 2007 Lotus Elise.
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, 2007 Lotus Elise (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lotus Elise | 1956 MG MGA | |
| Make | Lotus | MG |
| Model | Elise | MGA |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 16 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 881 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
