2004 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1964 MG Midget
To start off, 2004 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 40 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (197 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1964 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1964 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 885 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.
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, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar S-Type | 1964 MG Midget | |
| Make | Jaguar | MG |
| Model | S-Type | Midget |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 18.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2032 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
