1958 MG MGA vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1958 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1958 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 380 kg more than 1958 MG MGA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 MG MGA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1997 Toyota Corolla (131 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 MG MGA | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | MG | Toyota |
| Model | MGA | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2470 mm |
