2005 Ford F-150 vs. 1957 MG MGA
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 48 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1957 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1957 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1463 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, 2005 Ford F-150 (495 Nm) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG MGA. (104 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-150 | 1957 MG MGA | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | F-150 | MGA |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2363 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
