2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1974 MG Midget
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 MG Midget would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 MG Midget is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1974 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1974 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 MG Midget weights approximately 280 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Caterham 7 (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 7 | 1974 MG Midget | |
Make | Caterham | MG |
Model | 7 | Midget |
Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1137 cc | 1275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2040 mm |