1966 MG MGB vs. 1965 Simca 1300
To start off, 1966 MG MGB is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 MG MGB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 MG MGB (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1965 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 MG MGB should accelerate faster than 1965 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Simca 1300 weights approximately 96 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, 1966 MG MGB (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1966 MG MGB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 MG MGB | 1965 Simca 1300 | |
| Make | MG | Simca |
| Model | MGB | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2530 mm |
