1993 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1964 MG Midget
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 MG Midget would be higher. At 991 cc (3 cylinders), 1993 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Daihatsu Charade (50 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1964 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1964 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 55 kg more than 1964 MG Midget. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 MG Midget. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1964 MG Midget (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1964 MG Midget will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Charade | 1964 MG Midget | |
| Make | Daihatsu | MG |
| Model | Charade | Midget |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 991 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 76 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 | 3620 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2032 mm |
