2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 1965 MG Midget
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 MG Midget would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1965 MG Midget. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1965 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 783 kg more than 1965 MG Midget. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 MG Midget. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Legacy (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 MG Midget. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Legacy | 1965 MG Midget | |
| Make | Subaru | MG |
| Model | Legacy | Midget |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2032 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
