1967 MG Midget vs. 2010 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Challenger is newer by 43 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Challenger (372 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1967 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1967 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 1118 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, 2010 Dodge Challenger (542 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 MG Midget | 2010 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | MG | Dodge |
| Model | Midget | Challenger |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 372 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1833 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 5022 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2946 mm |
