1995 Ford Explorer vs. 1969 MG Midget
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 26 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1969 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1969 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1180 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 1969 MG Midget | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Explorer | Midget |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2040 mm |
