1969 MG Midget vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 36 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 2,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1969 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1969 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1295 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 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2005 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
1969 MG Midget | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | MG | Toyota |
Model | Midget | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2810 mm |