2007 Honda Civic vs. 1969 MG Midget
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 MG Midget would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1969 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1969 MG Midget.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Honda Civic (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1969 MG Midget | |
| Make | Honda | MG |
| Model | Civic | Midget |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2040 mm |
