2004 Kia Sportage vs. 1965 MG Midget
To start off, 2004 Kia Sportage is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 MG Midget would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sportage (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1965 MG Midget. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1965 MG Midget.
Because 2004 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 MG Midget. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sportage 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, 2004 Kia Sportage (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 MG Midget. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Sportage | 1965 MG Midget | |
| Make | Kia | MG |
| Model | Sportage | Midget |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2032 mm |
