2008 Dodge Nitro vs. 1965 MG MGB
To start off, 2008 Dodge Nitro is newer by 43 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1965 MG MGB. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1965 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 785 kg more than 1965 MG MGB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Nitro | 1965 MG MGB | |
| Make | Dodge | MG |
| Model | Nitro | MGB |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2320 mm |
