2009 Fiat Fiorino vs. 1973 MG MGB
To start off, 2009 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 36 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. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 MG MGB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 MG MGB (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 MG MGB should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Fiorino weights approximately 170 kg more than 1973 MG MGB.
Because 1973 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 1973 MG MGB. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Fiorino, 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, 2009 Fiat Fiorino (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Fiorino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Fiorino | 1973 MG MGB | |
| Make | Fiat | MG |
| Model | Fiorino | MGB |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2320 mm |
