2011 Subaru Forester vs. 1971 MG Midget
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 MG Midget would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1971 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1971 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 849 kg more than 1971 MG Midget. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 MG Midget. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester 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, 2011 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Subaru Forester | 1971 MG Midget | |
| Make | Subaru | MG |
| Model | Forester | Midget |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1569 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4559 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1781 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1699 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2616 mm | 2040 mm |
