1972 MG MGB vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1975 Toyota Corolla is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 MG MGB would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 MG MGB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 MG MGB (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 MG MGB should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 MG MGB weights approximately 132 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1972 MG MGB (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1972 MG MGB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 MG MGB | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | MG | Toyota |
| Model | MGB | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2380 mm |
