1959 MG MGA vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1970 Toyota Corolla is newer by 11 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Corolla (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1959 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1959 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 95 kg more than 1959 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, 1959 MG MGA (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (134 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1959 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1959 MG MGA | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | MG | Toyota |
Model | MGA | Corolla |
Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2340 mm |