2001 Acura NSX vs. 1970 MG Midget
To start off, 2001 Acura NSX is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 MG Midget would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 416 more horse power than 1970 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1970 MG Midget.
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, 2001 Acura NSX (542 Nm) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 MG Midget. (100 Nm). This means 2001 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura NSX | 1970 MG Midget | |
| Make | Acura | MG |
| Model | NSX | Midget |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2040 mm |
