1963 Ford Cortina vs. 1968 MG MGC
To start off, 1968 MG MGC is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,911 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 MG MGC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 MG MGC (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1963 Ford Cortina. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 MG MGC 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, 1968 MG MGC (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Cortina. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 MG MGC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Cortina | 1968 MG MGC | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Cortina | MGC |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 2911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 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 Length | 4280 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2560 mm |
