2001 Opel Omega vs. 1961 MG Midget
To start off, 2001 Opel Omega is newer by 40 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1961 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1961 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Omega weights approximately 999 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.
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 Opel Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Opel Omega | 1961 MG Midget | |
Make | Opel | MG |
Model | Omega | Midget |
Year Released | 2001 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 46 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 18.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1372 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1232 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2032 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |