1957 Ford Zodiac vs. 1968 MG MGB
To start off, 1968 MG MGB is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 MG MGB (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1957 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 MG MGB should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 314 kg more than 1968 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, 1957 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Zodiac | 1968 MG MGB | |
Make | Ford | MG |
Model | Zodiac | MGB |
Year Released | 1957 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2320 mm |