1965 Avanti Avanti vs. 1962 MG 1100
To start off, 1965 Avanti Avanti is newer by 3 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1962 MG 1100. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1962 MG 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 635 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 1965 Avanti Avanti 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 1965 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1965 Avanti Avanti (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG 1100. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Avanti Avanti | 1962 MG 1100 | |
| Make | Avanti | MG |
| Model | Avanti | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2380 mm |
