1977 Toyota Celica vs. 1962 MG Midget
To start off, 1977 Toyota Celica is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 MG Midget would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Celica (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1962 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1962 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Celica weights approximately 245 kg more than 1962 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 Toyota Celica (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Toyota Celica | 1962 MG Midget | |
| Make | Toyota | MG |
| Model | Celica | Midget |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2032 mm |
