1968 MG MGB vs. 1975 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1975 Peugeot 504 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 MG MGB would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 MG MGB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 MG MGB (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1975 Peugeot 504. (72 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 MG MGB should accelerate faster than 1975 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 394 kg more than 1968 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, 1968 MG MGB (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Peugeot 504. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 MG MGB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
1968 MG MGB | 1975 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | MG | Peugeot |
Model | MGB | 504 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1274 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2910 mm |