1959 MG MGA vs. 1998 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Carina is newer by 39 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, 1998 Toyota Carina (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1959 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1959 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Carina weights approximately 245 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.
Because 1959 MG MGA is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 MG MGA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Carina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1959 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1959 MG MGA | 1998 Toyota Carina | |
Make | MG | Toyota |
Model | MGA | Carina |
Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |