2008 Volkswagen Passat vs. 1964 MG Midget
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1964 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1964 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 615 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 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Passat | 1964 MG Midget | |
| Make | Volkswagen | MG |
| Model | Passat | Midget |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2032 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
