1967 MG Midget vs. 1996 Renault Twingo
To start off, 1996 Renault Twingo is newer by 29 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 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 MG Midget is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 MG Midget (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 MG Midget should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Twingo weights approximately 101 kg more than 1967 MG Midget.
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, 1996 Renault Twingo, 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, 1967 MG Midget (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 MG Midget will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
1967 MG Midget | 1996 Renault Twingo | |
Make | MG | Renault |
Model | Midget | Twingo |
Year Released | 1967 | 1996 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 816 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2350 mm |