2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1963 MG Midget
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 44 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1963 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1963 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 303 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 1963 MG Midget is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 MG Midget. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Materia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Daihatsu Materia (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Materia | 1963 MG Midget | |
| Make | Daihatsu | MG |
| Model | Materia | Midget |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2032 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
