1969 MG Midget vs. 1967 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1969 MG Midget is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 MG Midget is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 MG Midget (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1967 Wartburg 312. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 MG Midget should accelerate faster than 1967 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 194 kg more than 1969 MG Midget.
Because 1969 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 1969 MG Midget. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Wartburg 312, 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, 1969 MG Midget (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1969 MG Midget will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 MG Midget | 1967 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | MG | Wartburg |
| Model | Midget | 312 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 914 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2460 mm |
