1986 Ford Fairlane vs. 1957 MG MGA
To start off, 1986 Ford Fairlane is newer by 29 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 4,089 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Fairlane (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1957 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1957 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 732 kg more than 1957 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, 1986 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Fairlane | 1957 MG MGA | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Fairlane | MGA |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4089 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2390 mm |
