1957 MG MGA vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1978 Toyota Celica is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1957 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1957 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Celica weights approximately 200 kg more than 1957 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, 1978 Toyota Celica (152 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1957 MG MGA | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
Make | MG | Toyota |
Model | MGA | Celica |
Year Released | 1957 | 1978 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2510 mm |