2007 Mercury Monterey vs. 1962 MG Midget
To start off, 2007 Mercury Monterey is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 MG Midget would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercury Monterey (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1962 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1962 MG Midget.
Because 1962 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 1962 MG Midget. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Monterey, 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 Mercury Monterey (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG Midget. 2007 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 1962 MG Midget has manual transmission. 1962 MG Midget will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercury Monterey | 1962 MG Midget | |
| Make | Mercury | MG |
| Model | Monterey | Midget |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2032 mm |
