1968 MG 1100 vs. 1990 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1990 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 MG 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 MG 1100 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Passat (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1968 MG 1100. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1968 MG 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 520 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 1990 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 MG 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Volkswagen Passat (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 MG 1100. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 MG 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 MG 1100 | 1990 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | MG | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1100 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2630 mm |
