1984 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1961 MG Midget
To start off, 1984 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 23 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Daihatsu Charmant (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1961 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1961 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 115 kg more than 1961 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 Daihatsu Charmant (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1984 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daihatsu Charmant | 1961 MG Midget | |
| Make | Daihatsu | MG |
| Model | Charmant | Midget |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2032 mm |
