1968 MG Midget vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 4,162 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (129 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1968 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1968 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1310 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 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 MG Midget. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
1968 MG Midget | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | MG | Toyota |
Model | Midget | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 4162 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 18 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 2025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3190 mm |