1973 BMW Touring vs. 1961 MG Midget
To start off, 1973 BMW Touring is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 MG Midget would be higher. At 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW Touring (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1961 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1961 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW Touring weights approximately 295 kg more than 1961 MG Midget. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 BMW Touring (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1973 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW Touring | 1961 MG Midget | |
Make | BMW | MG |
Model | Touring | Midget |
Year Released | 1973 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 46 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1372 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1232 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2032 mm |