2004 MG ZS vs. 1958 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2004 MG ZS is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 MG ZS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MG ZS (100 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1958 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG ZS should accelerate faster than 1958 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 MG ZS weights approximately 129 kg more than 1958 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 MG ZS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 MG ZS (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 MG ZS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 MG ZS | 1958 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | MG | Toyota |
| Model | ZS | Corona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
