1994 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 1963 MG Midget
To start off, 1994 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 31 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mitsubishi Verada (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1963 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1963 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 780 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, 1994 Mitsubishi Verada, 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 Mitsubishi Verada (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1994 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 MG Midget. 1994 Mitsubishi Verada has automatic transmission and 1963 MG Midget has manual transmission. 1963 MG Midget will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1994 Mitsubishi Verada | 1963 MG Midget | |
Make | Mitsubishi | MG |
Model | Verada | Midget |
Year Released | 1994 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 46 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1372 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1232 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2032 mm |