1994 Ford Falcon vs. 1957 MG MGA
To start off, 1994 Ford Falcon is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 MG MGA would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Falcon (205 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1957 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1957 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Falcon weights approximately 635 kg more than 1957 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, 1994 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Falcon | 1957 MG MGA | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Falcon | MGA |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2390 mm |
