1998 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1962 MG Midget
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 MG Midget would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Terios (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1962 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1962 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 315 kg more than 1962 MG Midget. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 MG Midget. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Terios will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Daihatsu Terios (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Terios | 1962 MG Midget | |
| Make | Daihatsu | MG |
| Model | Terios | Midget |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1962 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2032 mm |
