1999 Honda Life vs. 1969 MG Midget
To start off, 1999 Honda Life is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 MG Midget would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 MG Midget is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 MG Midget (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1999 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 MG Midget should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Life weights approximately 70 kg more than 1969 MG Midget.
Because 1999 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 MG Midget. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Life 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, 1969 MG Midget (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1969 MG Midget will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Life | 1969 MG Midget | |
| Make | Honda | MG |
| Model | Life | Midget |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2040 mm |
