1997 Toyota Corolla vs. 1973 MG Midget
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 MG Midget would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1973 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1973 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 560 kg more than 1973 MG Midget. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 MG Midget. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1997 Toyota Corolla (131 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Corolla | 1973 MG Midget | |
| Make | Toyota | MG |
| Model | Corolla | Midget |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 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 | 1280 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2040 mm |
