1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1962 MG Midget
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 MG Midget would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1962 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1962 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1962 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, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 1962 MG Midget | |
| Make | Chevrolet | MG |
| Model | Blazer | Midget |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1962 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2032 mm |
