1968 MG Midget vs. 1993 Proton Persona
To start off, 1993 Proton Persona is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 MG Midget would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Proton Persona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Proton Persona (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1968 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Proton Persona should accelerate faster than 1968 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Proton Persona weights approximately 245 kg more than 1968 MG Midget. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 MG Midget. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Proton Persona, 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, 1993 Proton Persona (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Proton Persona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 MG Midget | 1993 Proton Persona | |
| Make | MG | Proton |
| Model | Midget | Persona |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2510 mm |
