1977 Opel Commodore vs. 1972 MG Midget
To start off, 1977 Opel Commodore is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 MG Midget would be higher. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Opel Commodore (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1972 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1972 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Opel Commodore weights approximately 565 kg more than 1972 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, 1977 Opel Commodore (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Opel Commodore | 1972 MG Midget | |
| Make | Opel | MG |
| Model | Commodore | Midget |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2784 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2040 mm |
