1956 MG MGA vs. 1981 Toyota Celica

To start off, 1981 Toyota Celica is newer by 25 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Celica (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1956 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1956 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Celica weights approximately 210 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, 1981 Toyota Celica (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 MG MGA.

Compare all specifications:

1956 MG MGA 1981 Toyota Celica
Make MG Toyota
Model MGA Celica
Year Released 1956 1981
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1489 cc 1588 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 71 HP 107 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 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 900 kg 1110 kg
Vehicle Length 3970 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1460 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2390 mm 2510 mm


 

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