1950 Peugeot 203 vs. 1964 MG Midget
To start off, 1964 MG Midget is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 MG Midget (46 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1964 MG Midget should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 189 kg more than 1964 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, 1964 MG Midget (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1964 MG Midget will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Peugeot 203 | 1964 MG Midget | |
| Make | Peugeot | MG |
| Model | 203 | Midget |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 46 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2032 mm |
