1971 Renault 15 vs. 1974 MG Midget
To start off, 1974 MG Midget is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,565 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Renault 15 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1974 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1974 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Renault 15 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1974 MG Midget. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Renault 15 (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 15 | 1974 MG Midget | |
| Make | Renault | MG |
| Model | 15 | Midget |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1565 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2040 mm |
