1998 Toyota Camry vs. 1966 MG Midget
To start off, 1998 Toyota Camry is newer by 32 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 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Camry (135 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1966 MG Midget. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1966 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Camry weights approximately 680 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, 1998 Toyota Camry, 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, 1998 Toyota Camry (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 MG Midget. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Camry | 1966 MG Midget | |
| Make | Toyota | MG |
| Model | Camry | Midget |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 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 | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1372 mm |
