1972 MG MGB vs. 1951 Rover P4
To start off, 1972 MG MGB is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,103 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 MG MGB (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1951 Rover P4. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 MG MGB should accelerate faster than 1951 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Rover P4 weights approximately 388 kg more than 1972 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, 1951 Rover P4 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1951 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 MG MGB | 1951 Rover P4 | |
| Make | MG | Rover |
| Model | MGB | P4 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2103 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2830 mm |
