1954 MG Midget vs. 1969 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1969 Skoda Octavia is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 MG Midget would be higher. At 1,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 MG Midget is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 MG Midget (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1969 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 MG Midget should accelerate faster than 1969 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 120 kg more than 1954 MG Midget.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 MG Midget | 1969 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | MG | Skoda |
| Model | Midget | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1466 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2400 mm |
