1989 Honda Concerto vs. 1967 MG 1100
To start off, 1989 Honda Concerto is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 MG 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 MG 1100 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Concerto (129 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1967 MG 1100. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1967 MG 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Concerto weights approximately 265 kg more than 1967 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, 1989 Honda Concerto (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 MG 1100. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 MG 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Concerto | 1967 MG 1100 | |
| Make | Honda | MG |
| Model | Concerto | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2380 mm |
