1969 Ford Capri vs. 1958 MG MGA
To start off, 1969 Ford Capri is newer by 11 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 MG MGA (107 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Capri weights approximately 75 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 (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1958 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 1958 MG MGA | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Capri | MGA |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2390 mm |
