1966 MG Midget vs. 2011 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2011 Tesla Roadster is newer by 45 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. In terms of performance, 2011 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1966 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1966 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tesla Roadster weights approximately 520 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, 2011 Tesla Roadster (370 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 MG Midget. (100 Nm). This means 2011 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 MG Midget | 2011 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | MG | Tesla |
| Model | Midget | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2352 mm |
