1994 Rover 100 vs. 1963 MG MGB
To start off, 1994 Rover 100 is newer by 31 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 MG MGB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 100 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1963 MG MGB. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 1963 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 MG MGB weights approximately 30 kg more than 1994 Rover 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 MG MGB (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1963 MG MGB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover 100 | 1963 MG MGB | |
| Make | Rover | MG |
| Model | 100 | MGB |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
