1980 Bitter SC vs. 1966 MG MGB
To start off, 1980 Bitter SC is newer by 14 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 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Bitter SC (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1966 MG MGB. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1966 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Bitter SC weights approximately 450 kg more than 1966 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, 1980 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Bitter SC | 1966 MG MGB | |
| Make | Bitter | MG |
| Model | SC | MGB |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2320 mm |
