1972 MG Midget vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 41 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1972 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1972 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1420 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 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 MG Midget | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | MG | Porsche |
| Model | Midget | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2895 mm |
