2000 Kia Sportage vs. 1967 MG MGB
To start off, 2000 Kia Sportage is newer by 33 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1967 MG MGB. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1967 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sportage weights approximately 575 kg more than 1967 MG MGB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 MG MGB. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Sportage | 1967 MG MGB | |
| Make | Kia | MG |
| Model | Sportage | MGB |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2320 mm |
