1968 MG Midget vs. 2001 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 33 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1968 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1968 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 890 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.
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, 2001 Vauxhall Omega (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 MG Midget | 2001 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | MG | Vauxhall |
| Model | Midget | Omega |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2740 mm |
