1956 MG MGA vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1977 Toyota Carina is newer by 21 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Carina (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1956 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1956 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Carina weights approximately 95 kg more than 1956 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, 1977 Toyota Carina (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1956 MG MGA | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
Make | MG | Toyota |
Model | MGA | Carina |
Year Released | 1956 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2510 mm |