1959 MG MGA vs. 1983 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1983 Toyota Corsa is newer by 24 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 21 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 MG MGA weights approximately 85 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 MG MGA (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 MG MGA | 1983 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | MG | Toyota |
| Model | MGA | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2510 mm |
