1966 Datsun 1000 vs. 1965 MG Midget
To start off, 1966 Datsun 1000 is newer by 1 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 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 MG Midget is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Datsun 1000 (61 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1965 MG Midget. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Datsun 1000 should accelerate faster than 1965 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 MG Midget weights approximately 110 kg more than 1966 Datsun 1000.
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, 1965 MG Midget (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Datsun 1000. (84 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 MG Midget will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Datsun 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Datsun 1000 | 1965 MG Midget | |
| Make | Datsun | MG |
| Model | 1000 | Midget |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2032 mm |
