1975 Peugeot 604 vs. 1973 MG Midget
To start off, 1975 Peugeot 604 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 MG Midget would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Peugeot 604 (144 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1973 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Peugeot 604 should accelerate faster than 1973 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 755 kg more than 1973 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 Peugeot 604 (215 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Peugeot 604 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Peugeot 604 | 1973 MG Midget | |
| Make | Peugeot | MG |
| Model | 604 | Midget |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2040 mm |
