1964 Ford Anglia vs. 1957 MG MGA
To start off, 1964 Ford Anglia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 MG MGA (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1964 Ford Anglia. (40 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 MG MGA weights approximately 150 kg more than 1964 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, 1957 MG MGA (104 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm). This means 1957 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Anglia | 1957 MG MGA | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Anglia | MGA |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2390 mm |
