1958 MG Midget vs. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 MG Midget would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1958 MG Midget. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1958 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1460 kg more than 1958 MG Midget. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 MG Midget. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1958 MG Midget has manual transmission. 1958 MG Midget will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 MG Midget | 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | MG | Toyota |
| Model | Midget | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1466 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2860 mm |
