1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1973 MG Midget
To start off, 1986 Citroen Visa is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 MG Midget would be higher. At 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Visa (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1973 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1973 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen Visa weights approximately 170 kg more than 1973 MG Midget. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 MG Midget is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 MG Midget. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Citroen Visa (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 1973 MG Midget | |
| Make | Citroen | MG |
| Model | Visa | Midget |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2040 mm |
