1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1962 MG MGA
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 MG MGA (106 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 245 kg more than 1962 MG MGA.
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 Sierra (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG MGA. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1962 MG MGA | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Sierra | MGA |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2390 mm |
