1959 MG MGA vs. 1969 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1969 Toyota Publica is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 MG MGA (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 MG MGA weights approximately 222 kg more than 1969 Toyota Publica. 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, 1959 MG MGA (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1959 MG MGA | 1969 Toyota Publica | |
Make | MG | Toyota |
Model | MGA | Publica |
Year Released | 1959 | 1969 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 62 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 678 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2170 mm |