1994 Honda Accord vs. 1969 MG Midget
To start off, 1994 Honda Accord is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 MG Midget would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Accord (149 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1969 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1969 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Accord weights approximately 685 kg more than 1969 MG Midget. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 MG Midget. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Accord, 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, 1994 Honda Accord (198 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 MG Midget. (100 Nm). This means 1994 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Accord | 1969 MG Midget | |
| Make | Honda | MG |
| Model | Accord | Midget |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1240 mm |
