1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1959 MG MGA
To start off, 1976 Ford Cortina is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 MG MGA (106 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 214 kg more than 1959 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, 1959 MG MGA (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1959 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Cortina | 1959 MG MGA | |
Make | Ford | MG |
Model | Cortina | MGA |
Year Released | 1976 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2390 mm |