1957 MG MGA vs. 2005 Toyota Celsior
To start off, 2005 Toyota Celsior is newer by 48 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 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Celsior is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Celsior (277 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1957 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Celsior should accelerate faster than 1957 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Celsior weights approximately 930 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, 2005 Toyota Celsior (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Celsior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG MGA. 2005 Toyota Celsior 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. 2005 Toyota Celsior will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 MG MGA | 2005 Toyota Celsior | |
Make | MG | Toyota |
Model | MGA | Celsior |
Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1487 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 417 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2860 mm |