2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 1973 MG Midget
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 MG Midget would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1973 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1973 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 970 kg more than 1973 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 1973 MG Midget | |
| Make | Suzuki | MG |
| Model | Grand Vitara | Midget |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2040 mm |
