2006 Ford Mustang vs. 1972 MG Midget
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 MG Midget would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1972 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1972 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 2136 kg more than 1972 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, 2006 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Mustang | 1972 MG Midget | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Mustang | Midget |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4013 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2040 mm |
