1957 MG MGA vs. 1965 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 1965 Ford Zodiac is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 MG MGA would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ford Zodiac (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1957 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1957 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 370 kg more than 1957 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, 1965 Ford Zodiac (190 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG MGA. 1965 Ford Zodiac has automatic transmission and 1957 MG MGA has manual transmission. 1957 MG MGA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Ford Zodiac will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 MG MGA | 1965 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | MG | Ford |
| Model | MGA | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2780 mm |
