1972 Jaguar XJ vs. 1966 MG Midget
To start off, 1972 Jaguar XJ is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 MG Midget would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jaguar XJ (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1966 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1966 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1966 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, 1972 Jaguar XJ (408 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Jaguar XJ | 1966 MG Midget | |
| Make | Jaguar | MG |
| Model | XJ | Midget |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2040 mm |
