1998 Nissan Pickup vs. 1974 MG MGB
To start off, 1998 Nissan Pickup is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 MG MGB would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 MG MGB (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 MG MGB should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 446 kg more than 1974 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, 1998 Nissan Pickup (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Pickup | 1974 MG MGB | |
| Make | Nissan | MG |
| Model | Pickup | MGB |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2320 mm |
