1967 Ford Cortina vs. 1956 MG MGA
To start off, 1967 Ford Cortina is newer by 11 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 MG MGA (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1967 Ford Cortina. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 MG MGA weights approximately 20 kg more than 1967 Ford Cortina. 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 (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Cortina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1956 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ford Cortina | 1956 MG MGA | |
Make | Ford | MG |
Model | Cortina | MGA |
Year Released | 1967 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 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 | 880 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2390 mm |