1979 Peugeot 505 vs. 1970 MG Midget
To start off, 1979 Peugeot 505 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 MG Midget would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Peugeot 505 (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1970 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1970 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1970 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 Peugeot 505 (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Peugeot 505 | 1970 MG Midget | |
| Make | Peugeot | MG |
| Model | 505 | Midget |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2040 mm |
