1966 Ford 12 M vs. 1956 MG MGA
To start off, 1966 Ford 12 M is newer by 10 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 @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1966 Ford 12 M. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 MG MGA weights approximately 5 kg more than 1966 Ford 12 M. 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, 1956 MG MGA (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford 12 M. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1956 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford 12 M | 1956 MG MGA | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | 12 M | MGA |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 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 | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2390 mm |
