1959 MG MGA vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1974 Toyota Corolla is newer by 15 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, 1974 Toyota Corolla (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1959 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1959 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 MG MGA weights approximately 45 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 MG MGA (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1959 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 MG MGA | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | MG | Toyota |
| Model | MGA | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
| 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 | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2340 mm |
