1985 Renault 25 vs. 1964 MG Midget
To start off, 1985 Renault 25 is newer by 21 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 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 25 (63 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1964 MG Midget. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1964 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 445 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 25 (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 MG Midget. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 25 | 1964 MG Midget | |
| Make | Renault | MG |
| Model | 25 | Midget |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2032 mm |
