1965 MG MGB vs. 1965 Saab MC
To start off, both 1965 MG MGB and 1965 Saab MC were released in the same year (1965). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 35 more horse power than 1965 Saab MC. (54 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 MG MGB should accelerate faster than 1965 Saab MC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 MG MGB weights approximately 18 kg more than 1965 Saab MC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 MG MGB is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 MG MGB. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Saab MC, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Saab MC. (91 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1965 MG MGB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Saab MC.
Compare all specifications:
1965 MG MGB | 1965 Saab MC | |
Make | MG | Saab |
Model | MGB | MC |
Year Released | 1965 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 841 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 888 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2500 mm |