1987 Ford Fairlane vs. 1962 MG MGA
To start off, 1987 Ford Fairlane is newer by 25 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 4,088 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Fairlane (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1962 MG MGA. (106 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1962 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 730 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, 1987 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG MGA. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Fairlane | 1962 MG MGA | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Fairlane | MGA |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4088 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 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 |
