1975 MG MGB vs. 1975 Toyota Corona

To start off, both 1975 MG MGB and 1975 Toyota Corona were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 MG MGB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 MG MGB (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 MG MGB should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona.

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, 1975 MG MGB (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1975 MG MGB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.

Compare all specifications:

1975 MG MGB 1975 Toyota Corona
Make MG Toyota
Model MGB Corona
Year Released 1975 1975
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1798 cc 1587 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 97 HP 84 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 149 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80.3 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.9 mm 77 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.0:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats