1983 Nissan Sunny vs. 1971 MG Midget
To start off, 1983 Nissan Sunny is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 MG Midget would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1971 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1971 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 95 kg more than 1971 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, 1983 Nissan Sunny (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Sunny | 1971 MG Midget | |
| Make | Nissan | MG |
| Model | Sunny | Midget |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2040 mm |
