2005 Ford Ranger vs. 1959 MG MGA
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 MG MGA (106 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 402 kg more than 1959 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, 1959 MG MGA (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Ranger | 1959 MG MGA | |
Make | Ford | MG |
Model | Ranger | MGA |
Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 900 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2390 mm |