1999 Toyota Yaris vs. 1964 MG Midget
To start off, 1999 Toyota Yaris is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 MG Midget would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 MG Midget is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Yaris (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1964 MG Midget. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1964 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 95 kg more than 1964 MG Midget. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 MG Midget. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Yaris, 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 Toyota Yaris (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 MG Midget. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Yaris | 1964 MG Midget | |
| Make | Toyota | MG |
| Model | Yaris | Midget |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2032 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
