1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1966 MG MGB
To start off, 1968 Abarth 1300 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 MG MGB would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 MG MGB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Abarth 1300 (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1966 MG MGB. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1966 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 MG MGB weights approximately 270 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300.
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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (131 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1966 MG MGB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 1966 MG MGB | |
| Make | Abarth | MG |
| Model | 1300 | MGB |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2320 mm |
