1988 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1965 MG Midget
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 MG Midget would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1965 MG Midget. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1965 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 865 kg more than 1965 MG Midget. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 MG Midget. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero (202 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 MG Midget. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1965 MG Midget | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | MG |
| Model | Pajero | Midget |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1965 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2032 mm |
