1987 Toyota Celica vs. 1962 MG Midget
To start off, 1987 Toyota Celica is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 MG Midget would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Celica (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1962 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1962 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Celica weights approximately 615 kg more than 1962 MG Midget. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 MG Midget. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Celica will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Celica (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Toyota Celica | 1962 MG Midget | |
Make | Toyota | MG |
Model | Celica | Midget |
Year Released | 1987 | 1962 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 46 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1372 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1232 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2032 mm |