2006 Mercury Montego vs. 1955 MG MGA
To start off, 2006 Mercury Montego is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 MG MGA would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Montego (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1955 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1955 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Montego weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1955 MG MGA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 MG MGA is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 MG MGA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Montego (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Montego | 1955 MG MGA | |
| Make | Mercury | MG |
| Model | Montego | MGA |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2390 mm |
