2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 1961 MG Midget
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 MG Midget would be higher. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1961 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1961 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 843 kg more than 1961 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, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG Midget. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara has automatic transmission and 1961 MG Midget has manual transmission. 1961 MG Midget will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 1961 MG Midget | |
| Make | Suzuki | MG |
| Model | Grand Vitara | Midget |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1961 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1695 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2032 mm |
