1999 Renault Laguna vs. 1963 MG Midget
To start off, 1999 Renault Laguna is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 MG Midget would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Laguna (138 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1963 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1963 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Laguna weights approximately 549 kg more than 1963 MG Midget. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 MG Midget. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Renault Laguna, 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 Renault Laguna (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Laguna | 1963 MG Midget | |
| Make | Renault | MG |
| Model | Laguna | Midget |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2032 mm |
