1978 Suzuki Cervo vs. 1972 MG Midget
To start off, 1978 Suzuki Cervo is newer by 6 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 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 MG Midget is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 MG Midget (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1978 Suzuki Cervo. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 MG Midget should accelerate faster than 1978 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 MG Midget weights approximately 185 kg more than 1978 Suzuki Cervo. 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, 1972 MG Midget (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Suzuki Cervo. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 MG Midget will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Suzuki Cervo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Suzuki Cervo | 1972 MG Midget | |
| Make | Suzuki | MG |
| Model | Cervo | Midget |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 538 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
