1968 MG Midget vs. 1995 Peugeot 806
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 806 is newer by 27 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 806 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 806 (92 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1968 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 806 should accelerate faster than 1968 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 925 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, 1995 Peugeot 806, 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, 1995 Peugeot 806 (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 806 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 MG Midget | 1995 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | MG | Peugeot |
| Model | Midget | 806 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2830 mm |
