2006 Ford Mustang vs. 1960 MG MGA
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 MG MGA would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1960 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1960 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1956 kg more than 1960 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, 2006 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Mustang | 1960 MG MGA | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Mustang | MGA |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
