1978 Honda Accord vs. 1969 MG 1100
To start off, 1978 Honda Accord is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 MG 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 MG 1100 would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1969 MG 1100. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1969 MG 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Honda Accord weights approximately 54 kg more than 1969 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, 1978 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 MG 1100. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 MG 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Accord | 1969 MG 1100 | |
| Make | Honda | MG |
| Model | Accord | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2380 mm |
