1976 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1961 MG Midget
To start off, 1976 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 15 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1961 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1961 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 355 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.
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, 1976 Mazda Cosmo (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Cosmo | 1961 MG Midget | |
| Make | Mazda | MG |
| Model | Cosmo | Midget |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2032 mm |
