1968 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1968 MG 1100
To start off, both 1968 Alfa Romeo GT and 1968 MG 1100 were released in the same year (1968). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo GT (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1968 MG 1100. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1968 MG 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 155 kg more than 1968 MG 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Alfa Romeo GT 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 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 MG 1100. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 MG 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo GT | 1968 MG 1100 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | MG |
Model | GT | 1100 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2380 mm |