MG MGA Twin Cam

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

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MG MGA Twin Cam - key facts

MG MGA Twin Cam Specifications
From	1958
Until	1960
Bodywork
Dimensions
Length	12ft 11in	3.96m
Width	4ft 92/4in	1.45m
Kerb Weight	2015lb/0.9ton	914kg
Engine
Engine displacement	1588cc	97cu in
Cylinders	4
Cylinder Layout	Inline
Valve operation	Overhead valve
Power Output	108bhp @ 6700rpm	107PS @ 6700rpm
Specific Output	68bhp/litre	1.11bhp/cu in
Torque Output	104lbft @ 4500rpm	141Nm @ 4500rpm
Specific Torque	89Nm/litre
Fuel Type	Petrol
Fuel system	Twin Carburettor
Carburettor make	SU
Performance
Power to weight	120bhp/ton
Acceleration 0-60mph	9.1 seconds
Standing Qtr mile	18.1 seconds
Top speed	113mph	182km/h
Fuel consumption	27.6mpg	12km/l
Chassis
Engine location	Front
Engine alignment	Longitudinal
Driven wheels	Rear
Front Suspension	Independent Coil Spring
Rear Suspension	Beam axle half eliptic leaf
Brakes	Discs front and rear
Gearbox type	4 speed Manual
Number of gears	4