1967 MG Midget vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 26 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1967 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1967 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 200 weights approximately 455 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Rover 200 (180 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 MG Midget. (100 Nm). This means 1993 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 MG Midget | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | MG | Rover |
| Model | Midget | 200 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1410 mm |
