2006 Lotus Elise vs. 1973 MG MGB
To start off, 2006 Lotus Elise is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 MG MGB would be higher. Both 2006 Lotus Elise and 1973 MG MGB are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1973 MG MGB. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1973 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 MG MGB weights approximately 214 kg more than 2006 Lotus Elise.
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, 2006 Lotus Elise (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lotus Elise | 1973 MG MGB | |
| Make | Lotus | MG |
| Model | Elise | MGB |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2320 mm |
