1970 Honda 1300 vs. 1962 MG 1100
To start off, 1970 Honda 1300 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 MG 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 MG 1100 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Honda 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1962 MG 1100. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1962 MG 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Honda 1300 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1962 MG 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1970 Honda 1300 (106 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG 1100. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Honda 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda 1300 | 1962 MG 1100 | |
| Make | Honda | MG |
| Model | 1300 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2380 mm |
