1973 Ford Maverick vs. 1965 MG MGB
To start off, 1973 Ford Maverick is newer by 8 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 2,780 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 MG MGB (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1973 Ford Maverick. (82 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 MG MGB should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Maverick weights approximately 309 kg more than 1965 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, 1973 Ford Maverick (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Maverick | 1965 MG MGB | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Maverick | MGB |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2780 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2320 mm |
