1969 MG MGC vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1981 Toyota Celica is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 MG MGC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 MG MGC would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 MG MGC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 MG MGC (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 MG MGC should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica.
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, 1969 MG MGC (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1969 MG MGC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 MG MGC | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | MG | Toyota |
| Model | MGC | Celica |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |
