2006 Mercury Milan vs. 1959 MG MGA
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 47 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 2,278 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Milan (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1959 MG MGA. (106 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1959 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 1116 kg more than 1959 MG MGA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 MG MGA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan will offer significantly more control. 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 Mercury Milan (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG MGA. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Milan | 1959 MG MGA | |
| Make | Mercury | MG |
| Model | Milan | MGA |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2278 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2390 mm |
