1996 Honda Accord vs. 1964 MG 1100
To start off, 1996 Honda Accord is newer by 32 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 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1964 MG 1100. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1964 MG 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 515 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.
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, 1996 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 MG 1100. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 MG 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Accord | 1964 MG 1100 | |
| Make | Honda | MG |
| Model | Accord | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
