1986 Bitter SC vs. 1969 MG Midget
To start off, 1986 Bitter SC is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 MG Midget would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1969 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1969 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Bitter SC weights approximately 630 kg more than 1969 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, 1986 Bitter SC (249 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Bitter SC | 1969 MG Midget | |
| Make | Bitter | MG |
| Model | SC | Midget |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 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 | 1350 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2040 mm |
