1964 MG 1100 vs. 2000 Nissan Stagea
To start off, 2000 Nissan Stagea is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 MG 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 MG 1100 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Stagea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Stagea (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1964 MG 1100. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Stagea should accelerate faster than 1964 MG 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Stagea weights approximately 605 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 2000 Nissan Stagea 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 2000 Nissan Stagea. 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, 2000 Nissan Stagea (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 MG 1100. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Stagea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 MG 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 MG 1100 | 2000 Nissan Stagea | |
| Make | MG | Nissan |
| Model | 1100 | Stagea |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2730 mm |
