1963 MG 1100 vs. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 MG 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 MG 1100 would be higher. At 2,013 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (370 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1963 MG 1100. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1963 MG 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1664 kg more than 1963 MG 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 MG 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 MG 1100. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 MG 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 MG 1100 | 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
| Make | MG | Land Rover |
| Model | 1100 | Range Rover Sport |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 508 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 2489 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4783 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2158 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1784 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2745 mm |
