1986 Ford Mustang vs. 1962 MG MGA
To start off, 1986 Ford Mustang is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 MG MGA would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Mustang (88 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1962 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1962 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Mustang weights approximately 285 kg more than 1962 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 Mustang (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Mustang | 1962 MG MGA | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Mustang | MGA |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2390 mm |
