1972 MG MGB vs. 1949 Morris Minor
To start off, 1972 MG MGB is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 MG MGB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 MG MGB (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 MG MGB should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 MG MGB weights approximately 212 kg more than 1949 Morris Minor. 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, 1972 MG MGB (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 MG MGB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 MG MGB | 1949 Morris Minor | |
| Make | MG | Morris |
| Model | MGB | Minor |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 916 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2190 mm |
