1971 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1969 MG Midget
To start off, 1971 Chevrolet Vega is newer by 2 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 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Vega (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1969 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Vega should accelerate faster than 1969 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Vega weights approximately 285 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, 1971 Chevrolet Vega (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Vega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Vega | 1969 MG Midget | |
| Make | Chevrolet | MG |
| Model | Vega | Midget |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2040 mm |
