1996 Honda Ballade vs. 1965 MG MGB
To start off, 1996 Honda Ballade is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 MG MGB would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 MG MGB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 89 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Ballade weights approximately 184 kg more than 1965 MG MGB.
Because 1965 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 1965 MG MGB. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Ballade, 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, 1965 MG MGB (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Ballade. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1965 MG MGB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Ballade | 1965 MG MGB | |
| Make | Honda | MG |
| Model | Ballade | MGB |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2320 mm |
