1990 Jaguar XJR vs. 1961 MG Midget
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJR is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 MG Midget would be higher. At 3,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR (252 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1961 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1961 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 758 kg more than 1961 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, 1990 Jaguar XJR (377 Nm) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG Midget. (84 Nm). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJR | 1961 MG Midget | |
| Make | Jaguar | MG |
| Model | XJR | Midget |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3979 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1493 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2032 mm |
