2006 Mitsubishi Raider vs. 1970 MG Midget
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider 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 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1970 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 1970 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Raider weights approximately 455 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 Mitsubishi Raider 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 Mitsubishi Raider 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 Mitsubishi Raider (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Raider | 1970 MG Midget | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | MG |
| Model | Raider | Midget |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2040 mm |
