1969 MG Midget vs. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1969 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1969 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 920 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 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, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe, 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, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 MG Midget | 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | MG | Hyundai |
| Model | Midget | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2700 mm |
