1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1967 MG Midget
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 MG Midget would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1967 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1967 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 375 kg more than 1967 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, 1987 Ford Sierra (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Sierra | 1967 MG Midget | |
Make | Ford | MG |
Model | Sierra | Midget |
Year Released | 1987 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2040 mm |