1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1964 MG 1100
To start off, both 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III and 1964 MG 1100 were released in the same year (1964). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1964 MG 1100. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1964 MG 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III weights approximately 355 kg more than 1964 MG 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III 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 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 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, 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 MG 1100. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 MG 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1964 MG 1100 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | MG |
Model | 3000 Mk III | 1100 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2380 mm |