1975 Honda 1300 vs. 1961 MG MGA
To start off, 1975 Honda 1300 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 MG MGA (106 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1975 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 MG MGA weights approximately 5 kg more than 1975 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 MG MGA 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 1961 MG MGA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Honda 1300, 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, 1961 MG MGA (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda 1300 | 1961 MG MGA | |
| Make | Honda | MG |
| Model | 1300 | MGA |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2390 mm |
