2009 Lincoln Navigator vs. 1962 MG Midget
To start off, 2009 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 MG Midget would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1962 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1962 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1242 kg more than 1962 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 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG Midget. 2009 Lincoln Navigator has automatic transmission and 1962 MG Midget has manual transmission. 1962 MG Midget will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Lincoln Navigator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lincoln Navigator | 1962 MG Midget | |
| Make | Lincoln | MG |
| Model | Navigator | Midget |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1977 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2032 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
