1967 MG Midget vs. 2010 Honda Fit
To start off, 2010 Honda Fit 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 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1967 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1967 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Fit weights approximately 417 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, 2010 Honda Fit, 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, 2010 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
1967 MG Midget | 2010 Honda Fit | |
Make | MG | Honda |
Model | Midget | Fit |
Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1132 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2499 mm |