1967 Ford 12 M vs. 1972 MG Midget
To start off, 1972 MG Midget is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 MG Midget is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 MG Midget (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1967 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 MG Midget should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ford 12 M weights approximately 132 kg more than 1972 MG Midget.
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, 1972 MG Midget (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 MG Midget will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ford 12 M | 1972 MG Midget | |
Make | Ford | MG |
Model | 12 M | Midget |
Year Released | 1967 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1183 cc | 1275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2040 mm |