1972 MG Midget vs. 2011 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1972 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1972 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 847 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, 2011 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 MG Midget | 2011 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | MG | Volkswagen |
| Model | Midget | Passat |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2710 mm |
