1966 MG Midget vs. 1970 Triumph 1300
To start off, 1970 Triumph 1300 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 MG Midget would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Triumph 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Triumph 1300 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1966 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Triumph 1300 should accelerate faster than 1966 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Triumph 1300 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1966 MG Midget. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1970 Triumph 1300, 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, 1970 Triumph 1300 (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Triumph 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 MG Midget | 1970 Triumph 1300 | |
| Make | MG | Triumph |
| Model | Midget | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2460 mm |
