1990 Suzuki Swift vs. 1963 MG Midget
To start off, 1990 Suzuki Swift 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Suzuki Swift (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1963 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1963 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 95 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 Suzuki Swift, 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, 1990 Suzuki Swift (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1990 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Suzuki Swift | 1963 MG Midget | |
| Make | Suzuki | MG |
| Model | Swift | Midget |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2032 mm |
