1968 MG MGB vs. 1995 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1995 Nissan Serena is newer by 27 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 2,283 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 MG MGB (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (74 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 MG MGB should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Serena weights approximately 630 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1968 MG MGB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 MG MGB | 1995 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | MG | Nissan |
| Model | MGB | Serena |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2283 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2740 mm |
