1963 Fiat 1300 vs. 1964 MG MGB
To start off, 1964 MG MGB is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 MG MGB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 MG MGB (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 MG MGB should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat 1300 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1964 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, 1964 MG MGB (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1964 MG MGB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Fiat 1300 | 1964 MG MGB | |
Make | Fiat | MG |
Model | 1300 | MGB |
Year Released | 1963 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2320 mm |