1956 MG MGA vs. 1962 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1962 Toyota Corona is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 MG MGA (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Corona. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Toyota Corona weights approximately 40 kg more than 1956 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, 1956 MG MGA (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Corona. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1956 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1956 MG MGA | 1962 Toyota Corona | |
Make | MG | Toyota |
Model | MGA | Corona |
Year Released | 1956 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2410 mm |