1959 MG MGA vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1973 Toyota Corona is newer by 14 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, 1959 MG MGA (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Corona weights approximately 102 kg more than 1959 MG MGA.
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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1959 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona. 1973 Toyota Corona has automatic transmission and 1959 MG MGA has manual transmission. 1959 MG MGA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 MG MGA | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
Make | MG | Toyota |
Model | MGA | Corona |
Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
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 | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2510 mm |