1986 Buick Estate vs. 1966 MG Midget
To start off, 1986 Buick Estate is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 MG Midget would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Buick Estate (183 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1966 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1966 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Estate weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1966 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 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Buick Estate | 1966 MG Midget | |
Make | Buick | MG |
Model | Estate | Midget |
Year Released | 1986 | 1966 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 1275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2040 mm |