1966 MG Midget vs. 1973 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1973 Nissan Skyline is newer by 7 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Skyline (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1966 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1966 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 377 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.
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, 1973 Nissan Skyline (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 MG Midget | 1973 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | MG | Nissan |
| Model | Midget | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2650 mm |
