1969 Mercury Montego vs. 1964 MG 1100
To start off, 1969 Mercury Montego is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 MG 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 MG 1100 would be higher. At 7,033 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercury Montego (209 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1964 MG 1100. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1964 MG 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1964 MG 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Mercury Montego 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 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 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 Mercury Montego (452 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 MG 1100. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 MG 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercury Montego | 1964 MG 1100 | |
| Make | Mercury | MG |
| Model | Montego | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7033 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2380 mm |
