1970 Ford Cortina vs. 1960 MG MGA
To start off, 1970 Ford Cortina is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Cortina (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1960 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1960 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Cortina weights approximately 100 kg more than 1960 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, 1970 Ford Cortina (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Cortina | 1960 MG MGA | |
Make | Ford | MG |
Model | Cortina | MGA |
Year Released | 1970 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 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 | 1000 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2390 mm |