2008 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1964 MG Midget
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (201 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1964 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1964 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1785 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.
Because 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 MG Midget. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1964 MG Midget | |
| Make | Toyota | MG |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Midget |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4164 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.6 seconds | 18.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2032 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
