1987 Toyota Corolla vs. 1960 MG MGA
To start off, 1987 Toyota Corolla is newer by 27 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Corolla (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1960 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1960 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 90 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, 1987 Toyota Corolla (142 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Toyota Corolla | 1960 MG MGA | |
Make | Toyota | MG |
Model | Corolla | MGA |
Year Released | 1987 | 1960 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2390 mm |