1971 MG Midget vs. 2012 Lancia Voyager
To start off, 2012 Lancia Voyager is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 MG Midget would be higher. At 3,604 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lancia Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Voyager (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1971 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Voyager should accelerate faster than 1971 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Voyager weights approximately 1390 kg more than 1971 MG Midget. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 MG Midget. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Voyager, 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, 2012 Lancia Voyager (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 MG Midget | 2012 Lancia Voyager | |
| Make | MG | Lancia |
| Model | Midget | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3078 mm |
