1982 Ford Mustang vs. 1967 MG Midget
To start off, 1982 Ford Mustang is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 MG Midget would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Mustang (87 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1967 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1967 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Mustang weights approximately 470 kg more than 1967 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, 1982 Ford Mustang (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Mustang | 1967 MG Midget | |
Make | Ford | MG |
Model | Mustang | Midget |
Year Released | 1982 | 1967 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2040 mm |