1979 Ford LTD vs. 1956 MG MGA
To start off, 1979 Ford LTD is newer by 23 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 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford LTD (297 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1956 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1956 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 890 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, 1979 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 MG MGA. 1979 Ford LTD has automatic transmission and 1956 MG MGA has manual transmission. 1956 MG MGA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Ford LTD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford LTD | 1956 MG MGA | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | LTD | MGA |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2390 mm |
