2002 MG TF vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 MG TF is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 MG TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 MG TF (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (77 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 MG TF weights approximately 346 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2002 MG TF (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 MG TF | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | MG | Toyota |
| Model | TF | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2340 mm |
