1996 Honda Accord vs. 1966 MG Midget
To start off, 1996 Honda Accord is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 MG Midget would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1966 MG Midget. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1966 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 630 kg more than 1966 MG Midget. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 MG Midget. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord, 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 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 MG Midget. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Accord | 1966 MG Midget | |
| Make | Honda | MG |
| Model | Accord | Midget |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1232 mm |
