1944 Citroen 15 vs. 1965 MG Midget
To start off, 1965 MG Midget is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1944 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1944 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1965 MG Midget. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1944 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1965 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Citroen 15 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1965 MG Midget. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 MG Midget. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1944 Citroen 15, 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, 1944 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 MG Midget. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1944 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
1944 Citroen 15 | 1965 MG Midget | |
Make | Citroen | MG |
Model | 15 | Midget |
Year Released | 1944 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1372 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1232 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2032 mm |