1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 1962 MG Midget
To start off, 1962 MG Midget is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 MG Midget is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 MG Midget (46 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 MG Midget should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 MG Midget weights approximately 53 kg more than 1948 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 MG Midget. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 Citroen 2CV, 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, 1962 MG Midget (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1962 MG Midget will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 1962 MG Midget | |
| Make | Citroen | MG |
| Model | 2CV | Midget |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Top Speed | 63 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2032 mm |
