1956 MG MGA vs. 2011 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2011 Toyota Corolla is newer by 55 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1956 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1956 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 355 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.
Because 1956 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 1956 MG MGA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2011 Toyota Corolla (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 MG MGA | 2011 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | MG | Toyota |
| Model | MGA | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2601 mm |
