1967 MG Midget vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 45 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 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (181 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1967 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1967 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 1063 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 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 MG Midget. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 MG Midget | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | MG | Chevrolet |
| Model | Midget | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2707 mm |
