1969 Ford Mustang vs. 1957 MG MGA
To start off, 1969 Ford Mustang is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 MG MGA would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Mustang (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1957 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1957 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Mustang weights approximately 516 kg more than 1957 MG MGA. 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, 1969 Ford Mustang (257 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ford Mustang | 1957 MG MGA | |
Make | Ford | MG |
Model | Mustang | MGA |
Year Released | 1969 | 1957 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2390 mm |