1975 Ford Torino vs. 1964 MG Midget
To start off, 1975 Ford Torino is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 MG Midget would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Torino (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1964 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Torino should accelerate faster than 1964 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Torino weights approximately 915 kg more than 1964 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, 1975 Ford Torino (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Torino | 1964 MG Midget | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Torino | Midget |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2032 mm |
