1965 MG MGB vs. 1971 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 1971 Volkswagen K 70 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 MG MGB 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 15 more horse power than 1971 Volkswagen K 70. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 MG MGB should accelerate faster than 1971 Volkswagen K 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Volkswagen K 70 weights approximately 144 kg more than 1965 MG MGB.
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, 1971 Volkswagen K 70, 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volkswagen K 70. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 MG MGB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volkswagen K 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 MG MGB | 1971 Volkswagen K 70 | |
| Make | MG | Volkswagen |
| Model | MGB | K 70 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2700 mm |
