2006 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1970 MG Midget
To start off, 2006 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 MG Midget would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1970 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1970 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 133 kg more than 1970 MG Midget. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 MG Midget. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Ridgeline | 1970 MG Midget | |
| Make | Honda | MG |
| Model | Ridgeline | Midget |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2040 mm |
