1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 1963 MG 1100
To start off, 1977 Holden Kingswood is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 MG 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 MG 1100 would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden Kingswood (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1963 MG 1100. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 1963 MG 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 515 kg more than 1963 MG 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Holden Kingswood 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 1977 Holden Kingswood. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 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, 1977 Holden Kingswood (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 MG 1100. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 MG 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden Kingswood | 1963 MG 1100 | |
| Make | Holden | MG |
| Model | Kingswood | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2380 mm |
