1968 MG Midget vs. 2007 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 is newer by 39 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 1,410 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 206 (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1968 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1968 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 235 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Peugeot 206 (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 MG Midget | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | MG | Peugeot |
| Model | Midget | 206 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1410 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2450 mm |
