2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1956 MG MGA
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1956 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1956 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 635 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 1956 MG MGA | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | MG |
| Model | C | MGA |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | 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 | 161 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 16 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
