1969 MG Midget vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 44 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (288 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1969 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 1969 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 1077 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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 MG Midget | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
| Make | MG | Dodge |
| Model | Midget | CHARGER |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3052 mm |
