1965 MG MGB vs. 1958 Volvo 120
To start off, 1965 MG MGB is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 MG MGB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 MG MGB (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1958 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 MG MGB should accelerate faster than 1958 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Volvo 120 weights approximately 89 kg more than 1965 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, 1965 MG MGB (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 MG MGB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 MG MGB | 1958 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | MG | Volvo |
| Model | MGB | 120 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2610 mm |
