1972 MG Midget vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta 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 1,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1972 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1972 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 785 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, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta, 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, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 MG Midget | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | MG | Volkswagen |
| Model | Midget | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2651 mm |
