2005 Dodge Charger vs. 1971 MG Midget
To start off, 2005 Dodge Charger is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 MG Midget would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Charger (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1971 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1971 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1108 kg more than 1971 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, 2005 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Charger | 1971 MG Midget | |
Make | Dodge | MG |
Model | Charger | Midget |
Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2040 mm |