1967 Ford 17 vs. 1958 MG MGA
To start off, 1967 Ford 17 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 MG MGA (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1967 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ford 17 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1958 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, 1958 MG MGA (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1958 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ford 17 | 1958 MG MGA | |
Make | Ford | MG |
Model | 17 | MGA |
Year Released | 1967 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 112 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 | 1050 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2390 mm |