2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1967 MG Midget
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (297 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1967 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1967 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1993 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.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 MG Midget. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1967 MG Midget | |
| Make | Land Rover | MG |
| Model | Range Rover Sport | Midget |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2040 mm |
