1983 Skoda Rapid R vs. 1971 MG Midget
To start off, 1983 Skoda Rapid R 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Skoda Rapid R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 MG Midget (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1983 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 MG Midget should accelerate faster than 1983 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Skoda Rapid R weights approximately 130 kg more than 1971 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, 1971 MG Midget (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1971 MG Midget will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Skoda Rapid R | 1971 MG Midget | |
| Make | Skoda | MG |
| Model | Rapid R | Midget |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 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 | 850 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2040 mm |
