1955 Ford Zephyr vs. 1973 MG MGB
To start off, 1973 MG MGB is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,260 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 MG MGB (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1955 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 MG MGB should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 145 kg more than 1973 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. Let's talk about torque, 1955 Ford Zephyr (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Zephyr | 1973 MG MGB | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Zephyr | MGB |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 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 | 1145 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2320 mm |
