1979 Volkswagen Golf vs. 1966 MG Midget
To start off, 1979 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 MG Midget is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 MG Midget (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1979 Volkswagen Golf. (50 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 MG Midget should accelerate faster than 1979 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 15 kg more than 1966 MG Midget.
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 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1966 MG Midget (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volkswagen Golf. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 MG Midget will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Volkswagen Golf | 1966 MG Midget | |
| Make | Volkswagen | MG |
| Model | Golf | Midget |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1093 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2032 mm |
