1967 MG Midget vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 28 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 1,782 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (94 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1967 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1967 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 575 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.
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, 1995 Renault Laguna, 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, 1995 Renault Laguna (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 MG Midget | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | MG | Renault |
| Model | Midget | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2680 mm |
