2007 Toyota Quantum vs. 1972 MG Midget
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 MG Midget would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Quantum (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1972 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Quantum should accelerate faster than 1972 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 1195 kg more than 1972 MG Midget. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota Quantum (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Quantum | 1972 MG Midget | |
| Make | Toyota | MG |
| Model | Quantum | Midget |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 28.2 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2290 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2040 mm |
