1957 MG MGA vs. 1990 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1990 Toyota Carina is newer by 33 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 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Carina (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1957 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1957 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Carina weights approximately 95 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.
Because 1957 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 1957 MG MGA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Carina, 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, 1957 MG MGA (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Carina. (139 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1957 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1957 MG MGA | 1990 Toyota Carina | |
Make | MG | Toyota |
Model | MGA | Carina |
Year Released | 1957 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 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 | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2510 mm |