1965 MG Midget vs. 2013 Kia RIO
To start off, 2013 Kia RIO is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 MG Midget would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia RIO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia RIO (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1965 MG Midget. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia RIO should accelerate faster than 1965 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia RIO weights approximately 444 kg more than 1965 MG Midget. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 MG Midget is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 MG Midget. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Kia RIO, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Kia RIO (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 MG Midget. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Kia RIO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 MG Midget | 2013 Kia RIO | |
| Make | MG | Kia |
| Model | Midget | RIO |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1179 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1372 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1232 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2032 mm | 2570 mm |
