1968 MG Midget vs. 2004 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2004 Opel Corsa is newer by 36 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 6 more horse power than 2004 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 MG Midget should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Corsa weights approximately 191 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, 2004 Opel Corsa, 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1968 MG Midget will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 MG Midget | 2004 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | MG | Opel |
| Model | Midget | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2500 mm |
