1965 MG MGB vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1978 Toyota Corona is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 MG MGB would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Corona (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1965 MG MGB. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1965 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Corona weights approximately 259 kg more than 1965 MG MGB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1978 Toyota Corona (163 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 MG MGB | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | MG | Toyota |
| Model | MGB | Corona |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2530 mm |
