1979 Ford LTD vs. 1971 MG Midget
To start off, 1979 Ford LTD is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 MG Midget would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford LTD (133 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1971 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1971 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 966 kg more than 1971 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, 1979 Ford LTD (332 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford LTD | 1971 MG Midget | |
Make | Ford | MG |
Model | LTD | Midget |
Year Released | 1979 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2040 mm |