1989 Volkswagen Golf vs. 1966 MG Midget
To start off, 1989 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 MG Midget would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volkswagen Golf (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1966 MG Midget. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1966 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 55 kg more than 1966 MG Midget. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 MG Midget. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Golf 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, 1989 Volkswagen Golf (252 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 MG Midget. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Volkswagen Golf | 1966 MG Midget | |
| Make | Volkswagen | MG |
| Model | Golf | Midget |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2032 mm |
