2009 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1955 MG MGA
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 54 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1955 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1955 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 525 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, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda RX-8 | 1955 MG MGA | |
| Make | Mazda | MG |
| Model | RX-8 | MGA |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1306 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2390 mm |
