2007 Ford E-150 vs. 1959 MG MGA
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 48 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1959 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1959 MG MGA.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG MGA. 2007 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1959 MG MGA has manual transmission. 1959 MG MGA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-150 | 1959 MG MGA | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | E-150 | MGA |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2390 mm |
