1966 MG MGB vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 1966 MG MGB is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 MG MGB (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 MG MGB should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Rover P4 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1966 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, 1957 Rover P4 (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 MG MGB | 1957 Rover P4 | |
| Make | MG | Rover |
| Model | MGB | P4 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2830 mm |
