1962 Opel Kadett vs. 1970 MG Midget
To start off, 1970 MG Midget is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 MG Midget is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 MG Midget (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1962 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 MG Midget should accelerate faster than 1962 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 MG Midget weights approximately 20 kg more than 1962 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1970 MG Midget (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 MG Midget will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Opel Kadett | 1970 MG Midget | |
| Make | Opel | MG |
| Model | Kadett | Midget |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2040 mm |
