2000 Honda Civic vs. 1961 MG Midget
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 MG Midget would be higher. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1961 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1961 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 365 kg more than 1961 MG Midget. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 MG Midget. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic, 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, 2000 Honda Civic (144 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Civic | 1961 MG Midget | |
| Make | Honda | MG |
| Model | Civic | Midget |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2032 mm |
