1970 Lancia Stratos vs. 1965 MG MGB
To start off, 1970 Lancia Stratos is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 MG MGB would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 MG MGB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Lancia Stratos (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1965 MG MGB. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1965 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Lancia Stratos weights approximately 74 kg more than 1965 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, 1970 Lancia Stratos (153 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 MG MGB. (149 Nm). This means 1970 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Lancia Stratos | 1965 MG MGB | |
| Make | Lancia | MG |
| Model | Stratos | MGB |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2320 mm |
