1964 MG MGB vs. 1974 Nissan Violet
To start off, 1974 Nissan Violet is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 MG MGB 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 1974 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 MG MGB should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Nissan Violet weights approximately 40 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1964 MG MGB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 MG MGB | 1974 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | MG | Nissan |
| Model | MGB | Violet |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2460 mm |
