1973 MG MGB vs. 1962 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1973 MG MGB is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 MG MGB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 MG MGB (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1962 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 MG MGB should accelerate faster than 1962 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 MG MGB weights approximately 500 kg more than 1962 Steyr 650T. 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, 1973 MG MGB (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 MG MGB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 MG MGB | 1962 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | MG | Steyr |
| Model | MGB | 650T |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 641 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 1850 mm |
