1976 Nissan Laurel vs. 1963 MG MGB
To start off, 1976 Nissan Laurel is newer by 13 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Nissan Laurel (98 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1963 MG MGB. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1963 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 220 kg more than 1963 MG MGB. 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, 1976 Nissan Laurel (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Nissan Laurel | 1963 MG MGB | |
| Make | Nissan | MG |
| Model | Laurel | MGB |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2320 mm |
