1972 Volvo 140 vs. 1972 MG Midget
To start off, both 1972 Volvo 140 and 1972 MG Midget were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Volvo 140 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Volvo 140 (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1972 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Volvo 140 should accelerate faster than 1972 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volvo 140 weights approximately 540 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1972 Volvo 140 (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Volvo 140 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Volvo 140 | 1972 MG Midget | |
Make | Volvo | MG |
Model | 140 | Midget |
Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2040 mm |