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Inheriting the name "Midget" which had ceased production in 1971, was the Midget II. Though the original Midget took on a single front wheel and double rear wheel tricycle design, the Midget II adopted a 4-wheel layout for safety. While a two-person model was added later, the base model was a one-seater, inheriting the motorcycle-like feel of the 1st generation model.

With a length of 109.8 inches and a width of 50.9 inches, it was 7.0 inches shorter than the last model of the first generation, while its width was the same. Minimum turning radius was an amazing 3.6 m. While the maximum payload was quite small being only 150 kg, there was little complaint since it was only intended for light work such as neighborhood deliveries. With frog-like headlights and the front nose-mounted spare tire, its visual impact was excellent. It also saw much use as a mobile billboard.

The engine was a 659 cc straight-3 SOHC mounted under the driver's seat, and it was rear wheel drive. The suspension utilizes struts in the front and rigid leaf springs in the rear. At first, only a single-seat 4-speed manual transmission model was made available, but with the increase of private owners, a column shift 3-speed AT and 2-seater models were added. In 1997, a cargo-type model with a roof over the truck bed was also released.

In 1998, minor changes were made to conform to new codes and standards for lightweight cars. In order to clear the strict collision safety standards, the front grille was enlarged. This car had the minimum necessities crammed into a minimal body, but was designed with maximum personality. Unfortunately, production ceased in 2001. Total cumulative production reached 14,000 units.