1970 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1972 MG Midget

To start off, 1972 MG Midget is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chevrolet Camaro (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1972 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1972 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 798 kg more than 1972 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, 1970 Chevrolet Camaro (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 MG Midget.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Chevrolet Camaro 1972 MG Midget
Make Chevrolet MG
Model Camaro Midget
Year Released 1970 1972
Body Type Coupe Roadster
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5025 cc 1275 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 130 HP 64 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 318 Nm 100 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1518 kg 720 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 3590 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1400 mm
Vehicle Height 1260 mm 1240 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2040 mm


 

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