1961 Ford Prefect vs. 1959 MG MGA
To start off, 1961 Ford Prefect is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 MG MGA (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 MG MGA weights approximately 122 kg more than 1961 Ford Prefect. 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, 1959 MG MGA (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1959 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Ford Prefect | 1959 MG MGA | |
Make | Ford | MG |
Model | Prefect | MGA |
Year Released | 1961 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2390 mm |