1969 Dodge Dart vs. 1969 MG 1100
To start off, both 1969 Dodge Dart and 1969 MG 1100 were released in the same year (1969). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Dart (156 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1969 MG 1100. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1969 MG 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 555 kg more than 1969 MG 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Dodge Dart 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 1969 Dodge Dart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 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, 1969 Dodge Dart (295 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 MG 1100. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 MG 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Dart | 1969 MG 1100 | |
Make | Dodge | MG |
Model | Dart | 1100 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2380 mm |