1950 Fiat 1500 vs. 1966 MG MGB
To start off, 1966 MG MGB is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 MG MGB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 MG MGB (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 MG MGB should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1966 MG MGB.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Fiat 1500 | 1966 MG MGB | |
| Make | Fiat | MG |
| Model | 1500 | MGB |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2320 mm |
