1970 MG 1100 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 MG 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 MG 1100 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1970 MG 1100. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1970 MG 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1472 kg more than 1970 MG 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 MG 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 MG 1100. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 MG 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 MG 1100 | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | MG | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1100 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2860 mm |
