1963 Ford Cortina vs. 1956 MG MGA
To start off, 1963 Ford Cortina is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 MG MGA (89 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1963 Ford Cortina. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1956 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Cortina.
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, 1956 MG MGA (149 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm). This means 1956 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Cortina | 1956 MG MGA | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Cortina | MGA |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2390 mm |
