1982 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1961 MG Midget
To start off, 1982 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 21 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 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 MG Midget is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 MG Midget (46 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 MG Midget should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 MG Midget weights approximately 195 kg more than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. 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, 1961 MG Midget (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 MG Midget will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mitsubishi Minica | 1961 MG Midget | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | MG |
| Model | Minica | Midget |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 546 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2032 mm |
