1957 MG MGA vs. 1984 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1984 Toyota Model F is newer by 27 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 MG MGA (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Model F. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Model F weights approximately 430 kg more than 1957 MG MGA.
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, 1984 Toyota Model F (162 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Model F will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG MGA. 1984 Toyota Model F has automatic transmission and 1957 MG MGA has manual transmission. 1957 MG MGA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Toyota Model F will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 MG MGA | 1984 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | MG | Toyota |
| Model | MGA | Model F |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2240 mm |
