1983 Lotus Excel vs. 1964 MG 1100
To start off, 1983 Lotus Excel is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 MG 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 MG 1100 would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lotus Excel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lotus Excel (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1964 MG 1100. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 1964 MG 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lotus Excel weights approximately 310 kg more than 1964 MG 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Lotus Excel 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 1983 Lotus Excel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 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, 1983 Lotus Excel (218 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 MG 1100. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Lotus Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 MG 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lotus Excel | 1964 MG 1100 | |
| Make | Lotus | MG |
| Model | Excel | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2380 mm |
