1968 Dodge Coronet vs. 1970 MG Midget
To start off, 1970 MG Midget is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Coronet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Coronet would be higher. At 3,690 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Coronet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Coronet (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1970 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 1970 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Coronet weights approximately 640 kg more than 1970 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, 1968 Dodge Coronet (293 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Dodge Coronet | 1970 MG Midget | |
Make | Dodge | MG |
Model | Coronet | Midget |
Year Released | 1968 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3690 cc | 1275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2040 mm |