2005 Porsche 911 vs. 1966 MG Midget
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 MG Midget would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 387 more horse power than 1966 MG Midget. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1966 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 855 kg more than 1966 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 Porsche 911 (620 Nm) has 532 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 MG Midget. (88 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 1966 MG Midget | |
| Make | Porsche | MG |
| Model | 911 | Midget |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3605 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 445 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2032 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
