1968 Ford Escort vs. 1955 MG MGA
To start off, 1968 Ford Escort is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 MG MGA (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort.
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, 1955 MG MGA (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (67 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1955 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 1955 MG MGA | |
Make | Ford | MG |
Model | Escort | MGA |
Year Released | 1968 | 1955 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 67 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2390 mm |