2007 Honda Accord vs. 1968 MG Midget
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 MG Midget would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1968 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1968 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 803 kg more than 1968 MG Midget. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 MG Midget. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord 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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 1968 MG Midget | |
| Make | Honda | MG |
| Model | Accord | Midget |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2040 mm |
