1966 MG Midget vs. 1966 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, both 1966 MG Midget and 1966 Suzuki Fronte were released in the same year (1966). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 MG Midget is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 MG Midget (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1966 Suzuki Fronte. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 MG Midget should accelerate faster than 1966 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Suzuki Fronte weights approximately 45 kg more than 1966 MG Midget.
Because 1966 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 1966 MG Midget. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Suzuki Fronte, 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, 1966 MG Midget (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Suzuki Fronte. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 MG Midget will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
1966 MG Midget | 1966 Suzuki Fronte | |
Make | MG | Suzuki |
Model | Midget | Fronte |
Year Released | 1966 | 1966 |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 785 cc |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2250 mm |