1991 Ford Fairlane vs. 1961 MG MGA
To start off, 1991 Ford Fairlane is newer by 30 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 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Fairlane (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1961 MG MGA. (106 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1961 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 695 kg more than 1961 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, 1991 Ford Fairlane (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG MGA. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG MGA. 1991 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 1961 MG MGA has manual transmission. 1961 MG MGA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Fairlane | 1961 MG MGA | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Fairlane | MGA |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2390 mm |
