1977 Opel Kadett vs. 1961 MG Midget
To start off, 1977 Opel Kadett is newer by 16 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 993 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Opel Kadett (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1961 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1961 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Opel Kadett weights approximately 57 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, 1961 MG Midget (84 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm). This means 1961 MG Midget will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Opel Kadett | 1961 MG Midget | |
| Make | Opel | MG |
| Model | Kadett | Midget |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2032 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
