1984 Buick LeSabre vs. 1964 MG Midget
To start off, 1984 Buick LeSabre is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 MG Midget would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Buick LeSabre (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1964 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1964 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 861 kg more than 1964 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, 1984 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1984 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 MG Midget. 1984 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1964 MG Midget has manual transmission. 1964 MG Midget will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick LeSabre | 1964 MG Midget | |
| Make | Buick | MG |
| Model | LeSabre | Midget |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2032 mm |
