1949 Bristol 401 vs. 1964 MG Midget
To start off, 1964 MG Midget is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Bristol 401 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Bristol 401 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Bristol 401 (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1964 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Bristol 401 should accelerate faster than 1964 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Bristol 401 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1964 MG Midget. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1949 Bristol 401 (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1949 Bristol 401 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Bristol 401 | 1964 MG Midget | |
| Make | Bristol | MG |
| Model | 401 | Midget |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2032 mm |
