1995 Honda Today vs. 1970 MG Midget
To start off, 1995 Honda Today is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 MG Midget would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 MG Midget is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 MG Midget (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1995 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 MG Midget should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 MG Midget weights approximately 10 kg more than 1995 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 MG Midget. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 1970 MG Midget (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1970 MG Midget will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Today | 1970 MG Midget | |
| Make | Honda | MG |
| Model | Today | Midget |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
