1999 Toyota Yaris vs. 1973 MG Midget
To start off, 1999 Toyota Yaris is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 MG Midget would be higher. At 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Yaris (84 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1973 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1973 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 245 kg more than 1973 MG Midget. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 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 (131 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Yaris | 1973 MG Midget | |
| Make | Toyota | MG |
| Model | Yaris | Midget |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2040 mm |
