1969 MG Midget vs. 1988 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1988 Toyota Supra is newer by 19 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 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Supra (267 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1969 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1969 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Supra weights approximately 305 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Toyota Supra (358 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 MG Midget. (100 Nm). This means 1988 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 MG Midget | 1988 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | MG | Toyota |
| Model | Midget | Supra |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2600 mm |
