1969 MG Midget vs. 2013 Mazda CX-05
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-05 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda CX-05 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda CX-05 (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1969 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-05 should accelerate faster than 1969 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda CX-05 weights approximately 835 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 2013 Mazda CX-05 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 MG Midget. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-05 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, 2013 Mazda CX-05 (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda CX-05 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 MG Midget | 2013 Mazda CX-05 | |
| Make | MG | Mazda |
| Model | Midget | CX-05 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4555 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2165 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2700 mm |
