2010 Audi S5 vs. 1965 MG Midget
To start off, 2010 Audi S5 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 MG Midget would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1965 MG Midget. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1965 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S5 weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1965 MG Midget. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 MG Midget. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 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, 2010 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 MG Midget. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Audi S5 | 1965 MG Midget | |
| Make | Audi | MG |
| Model | S5 | Midget |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 354 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4636 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1854 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1369 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2032 mm |
