1974 Mercury Monterey vs. 1957 MG MGA
To start off, 1974 Mercury Monterey is newer by 17 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 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mercury Monterey (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1957 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1957 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 1030 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, 1974 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG MGA. 1974 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 1957 MG MGA has manual transmission. 1957 MG MGA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mercury Monterey | 1957 MG MGA | |
Make | Mercury | MG |
Model | Monterey | MGA |
Year Released | 1974 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5769 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 383 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2390 mm |