2006 MG TF vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 MG TF is newer by 32 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 MG TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 MG TF (159 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 MG TF weights approximately 275 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, 2006 MG TF (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla. 1974 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2006 MG TF has manual transmission. 2006 MG TF will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 MG TF | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | MG | Toyota |
| Model | TF | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2380 mm |
