1962 MG MGB vs. 1995 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1995 Toyota Carina is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 MG MGB would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 MG MGB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Carina (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1962 MG MGB. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1962 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Carina weights approximately 235 kg more than 1962 MG MGB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 MG MGB (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1962 MG MGB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 MG MGB | 1995 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | MG | Toyota |
| Model | MGB | Carina |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2590 mm |
