2005 Lotus Elise vs. 1964 MG Midget
To start off, 2005 Lotus Elise 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1964 MG Midget. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1964 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lotus Elise weights approximately 115 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.
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 Lotus Elise (186 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 MG Midget. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Elise | 1964 MG Midget | |
| Make | Lotus | MG |
| Model | Elise | Midget |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2032 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
