2011 Nissan Altima vs. 1964 MG Midget
To start off, 2011 Nissan Altima is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 MG Midget would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1964 MG Midget. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1964 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Altima weights approximately 707 kg more than 1964 MG Midget. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 MG Midget. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Altima, 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 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 MG Midget. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Altima | 1964 MG Midget | |
| Make | Nissan | MG |
| Model | Altima | Midget |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4844 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2032 mm |
