1967 MG Midget vs. 1963 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1967 MG Midget is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Toyota Publica 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 35 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 MG Midget should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 MG Midget weights approximately 135 kg more than 1963 Toyota Publica. 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, 1967 MG Midget (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 MG Midget will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1967 MG Midget | 1963 Toyota Publica | |
Make | MG | Toyota |
Model | Midget | Publica |
Year Released | 1967 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2140 mm |