1990 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1963 MG Midget
To start off, 1990 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 MG Midget would be higher. At 992 cc (3 cylinders), 1990 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Daihatsu Charade (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1963 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1963 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 55 kg more than 1963 MG Midget. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 MG Midget is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 MG Midget. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1963 MG Midget (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1963 MG Midget will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Charade | 1963 MG Midget | |
| Make | Daihatsu | MG |
| Model | Charade | Midget |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2032 mm |
