1955 Fiat 1400 vs. 1967 MG MGC
To start off, 1967 MG MGC is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 MG MGC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 MG MGC (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 MG MGC should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1400.
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 MGC (174 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 1967 MG MGC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 1400 | 1967 MG MGC | |
| Make | Fiat | MG |
| Model | 1400 | MGC |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |
