1960 Abarth Coupe vs. 1973 MG MGB
To start off, 1973 MG MGB is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth Coupe would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 MG MGB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 MG MGB (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 MG MGB should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 MG MGB weights approximately 410 kg more than 1960 Abarth Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1973 MG MGB (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 MG MGB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth Coupe | 1973 MG MGB | |
Make | Abarth | MG |
Model | Coupe | MGB |
Year Released | 1960 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 784 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2320 mm |