1971 Fiat 850 vs. 1975 MG MGB
To start off, 1975 MG MGB is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 MG MGB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 MG MGB (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 MG MGB should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 850.
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, 1975 MG MGB (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 MG MGB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 850 | 1975 MG MGB | |
| Make | Fiat | MG |
| Model | 850 | MGB |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
