1967 MG Midget vs. 2008 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol is newer by 41 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 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Patrol (254 HP) has 190 more horse power than 1967 MG Midget. (64 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1967 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1675 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, 2008 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
1967 MG Midget | 2008 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | MG | Nissan |
Model | Midget | Patrol |
Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 4759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 254 HP |
Torque | 100 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 2390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2980 mm |