1999 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1962 MG Midget
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 37 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1962 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1962 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 110 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 1962 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 1962 MG Midget. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Charade, 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, 1999 Daihatsu Charade (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Charade | 1962 MG Midget | |
| Make | Daihatsu | MG |
| Model | Charade | Midget |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2032 mm |
