1994 Opel Omega vs. 1965 MG Midget
To start off, 1994 Opel Omega is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 MG Midget would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Omega (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1965 MG Midget. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1965 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Omega weights approximately 695 kg more than 1965 MG Midget. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Opel Omega (270 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 MG Midget. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Opel Omega | 1965 MG Midget | |
Make | Opel | MG |
Model | Omega | Midget |
Year Released | 1994 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1372 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1232 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2032 mm |