2002 Honda Vamos vs. 1965 MG MGC
To start off, 2002 Honda Vamos is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 MG MGC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 MG MGC would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 MG MGC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 MG MGC (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 MG MGC should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1965 MG MGC (174 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Vamos. (149 Nm). This means 1965 MG MGC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Vamos. 2002 Honda Vamos has automatic transmission and 1965 MG MGC has manual transmission. 1965 MG MGC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Vamos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Vamos | 1965 MG MGC | |
| Make | Honda | MG |
| Model | Vamos | MGC |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2560 mm |
