1969 Ford Capri vs. 1971 MG MGB
To start off, 1971 MG MGB is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 MG MGB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 MG MGB (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (88 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 MG MGB should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Capri weights approximately 125 kg more than 1971 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, 1971 MG MGB (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 MG MGB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 1971 MG MGB | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Capri | MGB |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 880 kg |
