1975 Fiat 131 vs. 1967 MG MGB
To start off, 1975 Fiat 131 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 MG MGB would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 MG MGB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 MG MGB (97 HP) has 44 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 131. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1967 MG MGB should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 131 weights approximately 83 kg more than 1967 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, 1967 MG MGB (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1967 MG MGB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 131 | 1967 MG MGB | |
| Make | Fiat | MG |
| Model | 131 | MGB |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2320 mm |
