1968 MG Midget vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 42 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (89 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1968 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1968 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 599 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, 2010 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 MG Midget | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | MG | Volkswagen |
| Model | Midget | Golf |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2578 mm |
