1981 Honda Accord vs. 1964 MG MGB
To start off, 1981 Honda Accord is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 MG MGB would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 MG MGB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 MG MGB (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 MG MGB should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Honda Accord weights approximately 60 kg more than 1964 MG MGB.
Because 1964 MG MGB 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 1964 MG MGB. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Honda Accord, 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, 1964 MG MGB (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 MG MGB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Honda Accord | 1964 MG MGB | |
| Make | Honda | MG |
| Model | Accord | MGB |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2320 mm |
