1967 Honda S600 vs. 1965 MG 1100
To start off, 1967 Honda S600 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 MG 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 MG 1100 would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 MG 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Honda S600 (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1965 MG 1100. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 1965 MG 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 MG 1100 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1967 Honda S600.
Because 1967 Honda S600 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 1967 Honda S600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 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 MG 1100 (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1965 MG 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Honda S600 | 1965 MG 1100 | |
| Make | Honda | MG |
| Model | S600 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2380 mm |
