2011 Honda Pilot vs. 1965 MG Midget
To start off, 2011 Honda Pilot is newer by 46 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1965 MG Midget. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1965 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1224 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 1965 MG Midget is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 MG Midget. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Pilot, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 MG Midget. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 MG Midget. 2011 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1965 MG Midget has manual transmission. 1965 MG Midget will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Honda Pilot | 1965 MG Midget | |
| Make | Honda | MG |
| Model | Pilot | Midget |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1965 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1959 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4849 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1994 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1803 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2774 mm | 2032 mm |
