1946 GAZ M-20 vs. 1966 MG Midget
To start off, 1966 MG Midget is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 MG Midget (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1946 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 MG Midget should accelerate faster than 1946 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1966 MG Midget.
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, 1946 GAZ M-20 (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 MG Midget. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1946 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 GAZ M-20 | 1966 MG Midget | |
| Make | GAZ | MG |
| Model | M-20 | Midget |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2032 mm |
