1955 Abarth 600 vs. 1967 MG MGB
To start off, 1967 MG MGB is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 MG MGB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 MG MGB (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1955 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 MG MGB should accelerate faster than 1955 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 MG MGB weights approximately 294 kg more than 1955 Abarth 600. 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, 1967 MG MGB (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 MG MGB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Abarth 600 | 1967 MG MGB | |
| Make | Abarth | MG |
| Model | 600 | MGB |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2320 mm |
