2004 MG ZT vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2004 MG ZT is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 MG ZT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MG ZT (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG ZT should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 MG ZT weights approximately 490 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Toyota Celica 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 1978 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 MG ZT, 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 ZT (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 MG ZT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 MG ZT | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | MG | Toyota |
| Model | ZT | Celica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
