1979 Honda Accord vs. 1966 MG Midget
To start off, 1979 Honda Accord is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 MG Midget would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Accord (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1966 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1966 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Honda Accord weights approximately 250 kg more than 1966 MG Midget. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 MG Midget is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 MG Midget. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda Accord (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Accord | 1966 MG Midget | |
Make | Honda | MG |
Model | Accord | Midget |
Year Released | 1979 | 1966 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2040 mm |