1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 1966 MG MGB
To start off, 1966 MG MGB is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 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 32 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 MG MGB should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1200 weights approximately 5 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. Let's talk about torque, 1966 MG MGB (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 MG MGB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1200 | 1966 MG MGB | |
Make | Fiat | MG |
Model | 1200 | MGB |
Year Released | 1959 | 1966 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2320 mm |