1976 Toyota Celica vs. 1962 MG MGA
To start off, 1976 Toyota Celica is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 MG MGA (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Celica. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Toyota Celica weights approximately 70 kg more than 1962 MG MGA.
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, 1962 MG MGA (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Celica. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1962 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Toyota Celica | 1962 MG MGA | |
| Make | Toyota | MG |
| Model | Celica | MGA |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2390 mm |
