1972 MG Midget vs. 1982 Ford Meteor
To start off, 1982 Ford Meteor is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 MG Midget would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Meteor (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1972 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 1972 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Meteor weights approximately 165 kg more than 1972 MG Midget. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 MG Midget. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Ford Meteor, 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, 1982 Ford Meteor (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Meteor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 MG Midget | 1982 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | MG | Ford |
| Model | Midget | Meteor |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2370 mm |
