1996 Toyota Cresta vs. 1970 MG Midget
To start off, 1996 Toyota Cresta is newer by 26 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1970 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 1970 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Cresta weights approximately 700 kg more than 1970 MG Midget. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota Cresta (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Toyota Cresta | 1970 MG Midget | |
Make | Toyota | MG |
Model | Cresta | Midget |
Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2040 mm |