1957 MG MGA vs. 1982 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1982 Toyota Corsa is newer by 25 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 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 MG MGA (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 MG MGA weights approximately 85 kg more than 1982 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Toyota Corsa (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 MG MGA | 1982 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | MG | Toyota |
| Model | MGA | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2510 mm |
