1971 Honda 1300 vs. 1969 MG Midget
To start off, 1971 Honda 1300 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 1,296 cc, 1971 Honda 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1969 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1969 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Honda 1300 weights approximately 175 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, 1971 Honda 1300, 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, 1971 Honda 1300 (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Honda 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda 1300 | 1969 MG Midget | |
| Make | Honda | MG |
| Model | 1300 | Midget |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1275 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2040 mm |
