2002 MG TF vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 MG TF is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 MG TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 MG TF (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (83 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 MG TF weights approximately 230 kg more than 1974 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 (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 MG TF | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | MG | Toyota |
| Model | TF | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2380 mm |
