2003 Toyota Avensis vs. 1964 MG Midget
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 MG Midget would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1964 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1964 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 605 kg more than 1964 MG Midget. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 MG Midget. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Avensis | 1964 MG Midget | |
| Make | Toyota | MG |
| Model | Avensis | Midget |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2032 mm |
