1984 Ford Meteor vs. 1957 MG MGA
To start off, 1984 Ford Meteor is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Meteor (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1957 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 1957 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 MG MGA weights approximately 15 kg more than 1984 Ford Meteor.
Because 1957 MG MGA is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 MG MGA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Ford Meteor, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Ford Meteor (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Meteor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Meteor | 1957 MG MGA | |
Make | Ford | MG |
Model | Meteor | MGA |
Year Released | 1984 | 1957 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2390 mm |