1980 Mazda 929 vs. 1961 MG Midget
To start off, 1980 Mazda 929 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 MG Midget would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1961 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1961 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mazda 929 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1961 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, 1980 Mazda 929 (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1980 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mazda 929 | 1961 MG Midget | |
| Make | Mazda | MG |
| Model | 929 | Midget |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2032 mm |
