1967 MG Midget vs. 1970 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 1970 Volkswagen 1302 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 MG Midget would be higher. At 1,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Volkswagen 1302 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 MG Midget (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 1302. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 MG Midget should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volkswagen 1302 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1967 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, 1967 MG Midget (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen 1302. (87 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 MG Midget will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
1967 MG Midget | 1970 Volkswagen 1302 | |
Make | MG | Volkswagen |
Model | Midget | 1302 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2410 mm |