1988 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1969 MG 1100
To start off, 1988 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 19 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Crown Victoria (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1969 MG 1100. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1969 MG 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 860 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.
Because 1988 Ford Crown Victoria 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 1988 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 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, 1988 Ford Crown Victoria (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 MG 1100. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 MG 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Crown Victoria | 1969 MG 1100 | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Crown Victoria | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2380 mm |
