1967 MG MGB vs. 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 1967 MG MGB is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,883 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1967 MG MGB. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 1967 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 weights approximately 118 kg more than 1967 MG MGB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1967 MG MGB (149 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm). This means 1967 MG MGB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 MG MGB | 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
| Make | MG | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | MGB | 1900 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1951 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1883 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2510 mm |
