1962 MG 1100 vs. 2010 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 MG 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 MG 1100 would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Chairman H (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1962 MG 1100. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1962 MG 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 750 kg more than 1962 MG 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 SsangYong Chairman H 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 2010 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 MG 1100, 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, 2010 SsangYong Chairman H (213 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG 1100. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 MG 1100 | 2010 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | MG | SsangYong |
| Model | 1100 | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2910 mm |
