MG MGA 1500

Some of the best cars were in the Car Park. An MGA at Stoneleigh, 2009

Some of the best cars were in the Car Park. An MGA at Stoneleigh, 2009

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Some of the best cars were in the Car Park. An MGA at Stoneleigh, 2009
MGA convertible at the MG International show, Stoneleigh 2009
MGA 1600 Mark 2 at the BMC/BL Rally, Peterborough 2008
MGA 1600 Mark 2 at the BMC/BL Rally, Peterborough 2008
MGA 1600 Mk2 Interior at the BMC/BL Rally, Peterborough 2008
MGA sets off

MG MGA 1500 - key facts

  • First introduced in 1955, the MG MGA 1500 ended production in 1959.
  • The 4 cylinder engine acheived a maximum power of 68 bhp.
  • 60mph was reached in 15 seconds.
  • Maximum speed of the MG MGA 1500 was 97.8 mph.
MG MGA 1500 Specifications
From 1955
Until 1959
Bodywork
Dimensions
Length12ft 11in3.96m
Width4ft 9in1.47m
Kerb Weight1988lb/0.887ton902kg
Engine
Engine displacement1489cc91cu in
Cylinders4
Cylinder LayoutInline
Valve operationOverhead valve
Power Output68bhp @ 5500rpm67PS @ 5500rpm
Specific Output46bhp/litre0.75bhp/cu in
Torque Output77lbft @ 3500rpm104Nm @ 3500rpm
Specific Torque70Nm/litre
Fuel TypePetrol
Fuel systemTwin Carburettor
Carburettor makeSU
Performance
Power to weight77bhp/ton
Acceleration 0-50mph10.8 seconds
Acceleration 0-60mph15 seconds
Standing Qtr mile20.4 seconds
Top speed97.8mph157km/h
Fuel consumption26.7mpg11km/l
Chassis
Engine locationFront
Engine alignmentLongitudinal
Driven wheelsRear
Front SuspensionIndependent Coil Spring
Rear SuspensionBeam axle half eliptic leaf
BrakesDrums front and rear
Gearbox type4 speed Manual
Number of gears4
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