1974 Ford Capri vs. 1966 MG MGB
To start off, 1974 Ford Capri is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 MG MGB would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 MG MGB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 MG MGB (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1974 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 MG MGB should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Capri weights approximately 110 kg more than 1966 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, 1966 MG MGB (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Capri. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 MG MGB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Capri | 1966 MG MGB | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Capri | MGB |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2320 mm |
