2008 Jeep Compass vs. 1967 MG Midget
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 MG Midget would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1967 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1967 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 1236 kg more than 1967 MG Midget. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 MG Midget. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass 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, 2008 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Compass | 1967 MG Midget | |
| Make | Jeep | MG |
| Model | Compass | Midget |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2040 mm |
