1988 Lada 2104 vs. 1969 MG Midget
To start off, 1988 Lada 2104 is newer by 19 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 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada 2104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lada 2104 (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1969 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lada 2104 should accelerate faster than 1969 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada 2104 weights approximately 290 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, 1969 MG Midget (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1969 MG Midget will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada 2104 | 1969 MG Midget | |
| Make | Lada | MG |
| Model | 2104 | Midget |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2040 mm |
