2009 Honda Civic vs. 1967 MG Midget
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 42 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1967 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1967 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 970 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.
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, 2009 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 1967 MG Midget | |
Make | Honda | MG |
Model | Civic | Midget |
Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 13 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2040 mm |