1966 MG Midget vs. 1992 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1992 Toyota Camry is newer by 26 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Camry (129 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1966 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1966 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Camry weights approximately 830 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, 1992 Toyota Camry, 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, 1992 Toyota Camry (142 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 MG Midget | 1992 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | MG | Toyota |
| Model | Midget | Camry |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2630 mm |
