MBG MG or Triumph Spitfire?

I am looking at buying a old Europen Sports Car for not a lot of money ($1,000-$2,000) and I have done research on both the MG MGB and the Triumph Spitfire. My grandfather has a MG so i have a little experince with one of those but also really like the Spitfire. Anyone have any info on which is a better car, easier to work on, cheaper parts, etc. Any help would be appreciated.