2006 Land Rover Defender vs. 1963 MG Midget
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 MG Midget would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1963 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1963 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 665 kg more than 1963 MG Midget. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 MG Midget. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender 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 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Land Rover Defender | 1963 MG Midget | |
Make | Land Rover | MG |
Model | Defender | Midget |
Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 46 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1232 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2032 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |