1975 Ford Fairlane vs. 1956 MG MGA
To start off, 1975 Ford Fairlane is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 MG MGA would be higher. At 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Fairlane (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1956 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1956 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 550 kg more than 1956 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, 1975 Ford Fairlane (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Fairlane | 1956 MG MGA | |
Make | Ford | MG |
Model | Fairlane | MGA |
Year Released | 1975 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4096 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2390 mm |