1996 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1974 MG Midget
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 MG Midget would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Applause (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1974 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1974 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 210 kg more than 1974 MG Midget. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 MG Midget. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Applause, 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, 1996 Daihatsu Applause (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Applause | 1974 MG Midget | |
| Make | Daihatsu | MG |
| Model | Applause | Midget |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2040 mm |
