1969 MG Midget vs. 1987 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1987 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 MG Midget would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Blizzard (76 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1969 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Blizzard should accelerate faster than 1969 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 630 kg more than 1969 MG Midget. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 MG Midget. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Blizzard 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, 1987 Toyota Blizzard (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 MG Midget | 1987 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | MG | Toyota |
| Model | Midget | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2210 mm |
