1967 MG Midget vs. 1973 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 1973 Chrysler Centura is newer by 6 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 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Centura (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1967 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1967 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Centura weights approximately 401 kg more than 1967 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, 1973 Chrysler Centura (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 MG Midget | 1973 Chrysler Centura | |
| Make | MG | Chrysler |
| Model | Midget | Centura |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2680 mm |
