1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1967 MG MGB
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 21 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 @ 5400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 MG MGB should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 148 kg more than 1967 MG MGB.
Because 1967 MG MGB is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 MG MGB. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (98 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1967 MG MGB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1967 MG MGB | |
| Make | Fiat | MG |
| Model | Tipo | MGB |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1695 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2320 mm |
