1999 Seat Cordoba vs. 1972 MG Midget
To start off, 1999 Seat Cordoba is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 MG Midget would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Cordoba (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1972 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1972 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 370 kg more than 1972 MG Midget. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 MG Midget. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Seat Cordoba, 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 Seat Cordoba (141 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Seat Cordoba | 1972 MG Midget | |
| Make | Seat | MG |
| Model | Cordoba | Midget |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2040 mm |
