1972 MG Midget vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1972 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1972 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 354 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 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 MG Midget | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | MG | Toyota |
| Model | Midget | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3250 mm |
