1968 MG MGC vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1973 Toyota Corolla is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 MG MGC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 MG MGC would be higher. At 2,911 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 MG MGC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 MG MGC (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 MG MGC should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 MG MGC (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1968 MG MGC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 MG MGC | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | MG | Toyota |
| Model | MGC | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2911 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2340 mm |
