1983 Toyota Celica vs. 1960 MG MGA
To start off, 1983 Toyota Celica is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Celica (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1960 MG MGA. (106 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1960 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Celica weights approximately 265 kg more than 1960 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, 1983 Toyota Celica (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG MGA. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Toyota Celica | 1960 MG MGA | |
Make | Toyota | MG |
Model | Celica | MGA |
Year Released | 1983 | 1960 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2390 mm |