1963 MG Midget vs. 2012 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2012 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 MG Midget would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1963 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1963 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 1134 kg more than 1963 MG Midget. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 MG Midget. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Tribeca 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. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 MG Midget. 2012 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 1963 MG Midget has manual transmission. 1963 MG Midget will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1963 MG Midget | 2012 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | MG | Subaru |
Model | Midget | Tribeca |
Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 46 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1869 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1372 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1232 mm | 1687 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2032 mm | 2748 mm |