1996 Citroen Saxo vs. 1967 MG Midget
To start off, 1996 Citroen Saxo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 MG Midget would be higher. At 1,527 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen Saxo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 MG Midget (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Saxo. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 MG Midget should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Saxo weights approximately 175 kg more than 1967 MG Midget.
Because 1967 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 1967 MG Midget. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Saxo, 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, 1967 MG Midget (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Saxo. (95 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1967 MG Midget will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Saxo | 1967 MG Midget | |
| Make | Citroen | MG |
| Model | Saxo | Midget |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1527 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2040 mm |
