1967 MG Midget vs. 1999 Toyota Prius
To start off, 1999 Toyota Prius is newer by 32 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Prius (127 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1967 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1967 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Prius weights approximately 900 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, 1999 Toyota Prius, 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, 1999 Toyota Prius (108 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 MG Midget. (100 Nm). This means 1999 Toyota Prius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 MG Midget | 1999 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | MG | Toyota |
| Model | Midget | Prius |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2440 mm |
