1964 MG MGB vs. 1980 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1980 Toyota Carina is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 MG MGB would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 MG MGB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 MG MGB (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Carina. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 MG MGB should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Carina weights approximately 80 kg more than 1964 MG MGB.
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, 1964 MG MGB (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Carina. (115 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1964 MG MGB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 MG MGB | 1980 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | MG | Toyota |
| Model | MGB | Carina |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1980 |
| 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 | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2510 mm |
