1968 MG Midget vs. 1993 Subaru Justy
To start off, 1993 Subaru Justy 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 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 MG Midget is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 MG Midget (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Justy. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 MG Midget should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Subaru Justy weights approximately 35 kg more than 1968 MG Midget.
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 Subaru Justy, 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, 1968 MG Midget (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Justy. (76 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 MG Midget will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 MG Midget | 1993 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | MG | Subaru |
| Model | Midget | Justy |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2290 mm |
