2007 Toyota Avanza vs. 1962 MG Midget
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avanza 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avanza (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1962 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avanza should accelerate faster than 1962 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avanza weights approximately 339 kg more than 1962 MG Midget. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Toyota Avanza (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Avanza | 1962 MG Midget | |
| Make | Toyota | MG |
| Model | Avanza | Midget |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 18.3 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2032 mm |
