1976 Ford Torino vs. 1958 MG MGA
To start off, 1976 Ford Torino 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 4,090 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 MG MGA (107 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1976 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Torino weights approximately 750 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, 1976 Ford Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 MG MGA. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Torino | 1958 MG MGA | |
Make | Ford | MG |
Model | Torino | MGA |
Year Released | 1976 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4090 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2390 mm |