2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1964 MG Midget
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 41 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1964 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1964 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 452 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 MG Midget. (84 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1964 MG Midget | |
| Make | Chevrolet | MG |
| Model | Colorado | Midget |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2032 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
