1975 Ford Capri vs. 1958 MG MGA
To start off, 1975 Ford Capri is newer by 17 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 MG MGA (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (55 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Capri weights approximately 110 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 (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Capri | 1958 MG MGA | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Capri | MGA |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2390 mm |
