1966 MG Midget vs. 1993 Opel Omega
To start off, 1993 Opel Omega is newer by 27 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Opel Omega (75 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1966 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1966 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Omega weights approximately 605 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, 1993 Opel Omega (138 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 MG Midget | 1993 Opel Omega | |
| Make | MG | Opel |
| Model | Midget | Omega |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 20.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2740 mm |
