1972 MG Midget vs. 2012 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2012 Nissan Titan is newer by 40 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1972 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1972 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1682 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 2012 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 MG Midget. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan 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, 2012 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 MG Midget | 2012 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | MG | Nissan |
| Model | Midget | Titan |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 2402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 4060 mm |
