1976 Ford Falcon vs. 1958 MG MGA
To start off, 1976 Ford Falcon is newer by 18 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 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Falcon (256 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1958 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1958 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Falcon weights approximately 685 kg more than 1958 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, 1976 Ford Falcon (491 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Falcon | 1958 MG MGA | |
Make | Ford | MG |
Model | Falcon | MGA |
Year Released | 1976 | 1958 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2390 mm |