1964 MG Midget vs. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 MG Midget would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1964 MG Midget. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1964 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 920 kg more than 1964 MG Midget. 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, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 MG Midget. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 MG Midget. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro has automatic transmission and 1964 MG Midget has manual transmission. 1964 MG Midget will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 MG Midget | 2002 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | MG | Vauxhall |
| Model | Midget | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1372 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1232 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2032 mm | 2800 mm |
