1994 Honda Accord vs. 1962 MG 1100
To start off, 1994 Honda Accord is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 MG 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 MG 1100 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Accord (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1962 MG 1100. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1962 MG 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Accord weights approximately 395 kg more than 1962 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, 1994 Honda Accord (173 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG 1100. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Accord | 1962 MG 1100 | |
| Make | Honda | MG |
| Model | Accord | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
