1975 Toyota Corona vs. 1961 MG MGA
To start off, 1975 Toyota Corona is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 MG MGA would be higher. At 2,253 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Corona (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1961 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1961 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Corona weights approximately 310 kg more than 1961 MG MGA. 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, 1975 Toyota Corona (166 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Corona | 1961 MG MGA | |
| Make | Toyota | MG |
| Model | Corona | MGA |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2253 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2390 mm |
