2008 Saturn Sky vs. 1964 MG Midget
To start off, 2008 Saturn Sky is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 MG Midget would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Sky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Sky (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1964 MG Midget. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Sky should accelerate faster than 1964 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Sky weights approximately 555 kg more than 1964 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, 2008 Saturn Sky (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 MG Midget. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Sky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Saturn Sky | 1964 MG Midget | |
| Make | Saturn | MG |
| Model | Sky | Midget |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2032 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
