1959 MG MGA vs. 1982 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1982 Toyota Carina is newer by 23 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 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 MG MGA (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Carina. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Carina weights approximately 200 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Carina. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1959 MG MGA | 1982 Toyota Carina | |
Make | MG | Toyota |
Model | MGA | Carina |
Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2510 mm |