1982 Ford Taunus vs. 1972 MG Midget
To start off, 1982 Ford Taunus is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 MG Midget would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 MG Midget (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1982 Ford Taunus. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 MG Midget should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Taunus weights approximately 306 kg more than 1972 MG Midget.
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, 1972 MG Midget (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Taunus. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 MG Midget will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Taunus | 1972 MG Midget | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Taunus | Midget |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2040 mm |
