1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 1971 MG MGB
To start off, 1971 MG MGB is newer by 12 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 MG MGB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 MG MGB (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (53 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 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 45 kg more than 1971 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, 1971 MG MGB (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 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 | 1971 MG MGB | |
| Make | Fiat | MG |
| Model | 1200 | MGB |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 81 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 | 925 kg | 880 kg |
