1995 Ford Ranger vs. 1962 MG MGA
To start off, 1995 Ford Ranger is newer by 33 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Ranger (148 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1962 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1962 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Ranger weights approximately 528 kg more than 1962 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, 1995 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Ranger | 1962 MG MGA | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Ranger | MGA |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2390 mm |
