2008 Honda Jazz vs. 1970 MG Midget
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 MG Midget would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Jazz (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1970 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1970 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Jazz weights approximately 293 kg more than 1970 MG Midget. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 MG Midget. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Jazz, 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, 2008 Honda Jazz (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Jazz | 1970 MG Midget | |
| Make | Honda | MG |
| Model | Jazz | Midget |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1013 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2040 mm |
