1988 Porsche 928 vs. 1973 MG Midget
To start off, 1988 Porsche 928 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 MG Midget would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 928 (307 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1973 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1973 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 928 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1973 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 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Porsche 928 | 1973 MG Midget | |
Make | Porsche | MG |
Model | 928 | Midget |
Year Released | 1988 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 307 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2040 mm |