1972 MG Midget vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 39 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1972 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1972 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 838 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 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 MG Midget. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 MG Midget | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | MG | Subaru |
| Model | Midget | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1535 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2750 mm |
