2002 Kia Sorento vs. 1967 MG Midget
To start off, 2002 Kia Sorento is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 MG Midget would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1967 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1967 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1275 kg more than 1967 MG Midget. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 MG Midget. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Kia Sorento (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Sorento | 1967 MG Midget | |
| Make | Kia | MG |
| Model | Sorento | Midget |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1967 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2040 mm |
