1958 Ford Anglia vs. 1960 MG MGA
To start off, 1960 MG MGA is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 MG MGA (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1958 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 MG MGA weights approximately 160 kg more than 1958 Ford Anglia. 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, 1960 MG MGA (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1960 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Anglia | 1960 MG MGA | |
Make | Ford | MG |
Model | Anglia | MGA |
Year Released | 1958 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2390 mm |