2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1968 MG Midget
To start off, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 MG Midget would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (230 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1968 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1968 MG Midget.
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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (394 Nm) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 MG Midget. (100 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1968 MG Midget | |
| Make | Jeep | MG |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Midget |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2040 mm |
