1980 Mazda 929 vs. 1964 MG Midget
To start off, 1980 Mazda 929 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 MG Midget would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mazda 929 (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1964 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1964 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mazda 929 weights approximately 417 kg more than 1964 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, 1980 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 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 1964 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mazda 929 | 1964 MG Midget | |
| Make | Mazda | MG |
| Model | 929 | Midget |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2032 mm |
