1963 Ford Taunus vs. 1959 MG MGA
To start off, 1963 Ford Taunus is newer by 4 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 MG MGA (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1963 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ford Taunus weights approximately 60 kg more than 1959 MG MGA.
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 (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1959 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ford Taunus | 1959 MG MGA | |
Make | Ford | MG |
Model | Taunus | MGA |
Year Released | 1963 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2390 mm |