1999 Subaru Legacy vs. 1972 MG Midget
To start off, 1999 Subaru Legacy 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Legacy (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1972 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1972 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 790 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 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 MG Midget. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy 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, 1999 Subaru Legacy (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Subaru Legacy | 1972 MG Midget | |
| Make | Subaru | MG |
| Model | Legacy | Midget |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2040 mm |
