1988 Ford Sierra vs. 1961 MG MGA
To start off, 1988 Ford Sierra 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 MG MGA (106 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1988 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Sierra weights approximately 115 kg more than 1961 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, 1961 MG MGA (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1961 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Sierra | 1961 MG MGA | |
Make | Ford | MG |
Model | Sierra | MGA |
Year Released | 1988 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 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 | 1015 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 |