1991 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1962 MG Midget
To start off, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 MG Midget would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1962 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1962 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 715 kg more than 1962 MG Midget. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 506 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen Rally Raid | 1962 MG Midget | |
| Make | Citroen | MG |
| Model | Rally Raid | Midget |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2032 mm |
