1988 Lotus Esprit vs. 1970 MG Midget
To start off, 1988 Lotus Esprit is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 MG Midget would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1970 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1970 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 456 kg more than 1970 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, 1988 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lotus Esprit | 1970 MG Midget | |
Make | Lotus | MG |
Model | Esprit | Midget |
Year Released | 1988 | 1970 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2040 mm |