2004 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1961 MG Midget
To start off, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 43 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (235 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1961 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1961 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1710 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.
Because 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 MG Midget. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG Midget. (84 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1961 MG Midget | |
| Make | Toyota | MG |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Midget |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2445 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2032 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
