1973 Ford Cortina vs. 1963 MG MGB
To start off, 1973 Ford Cortina is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 MG MGB would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 MG MGB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 MG MGB (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1973 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 MG MGB should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Cortina weights approximately 45 kg more than 1963 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, 1963 MG MGB (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 MG MGB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ford Cortina | 1963 MG MGB | |
Make | Ford | MG |
Model | Cortina | MGB |
Year Released | 1973 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2320 mm |