1962 MG MGB vs. 1973 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1973 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 MG MGB would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 MG MGB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 MG MGB (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 MG MGB should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 55 kg more than 1962 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, 1962 MG MGB (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 MG MGB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 MG MGB | 1973 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | MG | Nissan |
| Model | MGB | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2510 mm |
