1979 Toyota Corsa vs. 1966 MG Midget
To start off, 1979 Toyota Corsa 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 1,450 cc, 1979 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Corsa (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1966 MG Midget. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Corsa should accelerate faster than 1966 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Corsa weights approximately 80 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Corsa (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 MG Midget. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Corsa | 1966 MG Midget | |
| Make | Toyota | MG |
| Model | Corsa | Midget |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1450 cc | 1098 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2032 mm |
