1974 MG Midget vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 MG Midget would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1974 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1974 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 925 kg more than 1974 MG Midget. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 MG Midget. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord, 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, 2005 Honda Accord (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 MG Midget | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | MG | Honda |
| Model | Midget | Accord |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2630 mm |
