2009 Pontiac Solstice vs. 1973 MG Midget
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 MG Midget would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac Solstice (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1973 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1973 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Pontiac Solstice weights approximately 609 kg more than 1973 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 Pontiac Solstice (353 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Pontiac Solstice | 1973 MG Midget | |
| Make | Pontiac | MG |
| Model | Solstice | Midget |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2040 mm |
