1988 Ford Festiva vs. 1961 MG MGA
To start off, 1988 Ford Festiva is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 MG MGA (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 MG MGA weights approximately 120 kg more than 1988 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 MG MGA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Ford Festiva, 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, 1961 MG MGA (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Festiva | 1961 MG MGA | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Festiva | MGA |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2390 mm |
