1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1975 MG MGB
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 MG MGB would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (200 HP) has 103 more horse power than 1975 MG MGB. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1975 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, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 1975 MG MGB | |
| Make | Chevrolet | MG |
| Model | Camaro | MGB |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
