1967 MG Midget vs. 1960 Saab 93
To start off, 1967 MG Midget is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Saab 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Saab 93 would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 MG Midget is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 MG Midget (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1960 Saab 93. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 MG Midget should accelerate faster than 1960 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Saab 93 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1967 MG Midget.
Because 1967 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 1967 MG Midget. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Saab 93, 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, 1967 MG Midget (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Saab 93. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 MG Midget will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Saab 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 MG Midget | 1960 Saab 93 | |
| Make | MG | Saab |
| Model | Midget | 93 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2500 mm |
