1950 Peugeot 203 vs. 1972 MG Midget
To start off, 1972 MG Midget is newer by 22 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, 1972 MG Midget (64 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1972 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 204 kg more than 1972 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, 1972 MG Midget (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 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 | 1972 MG Midget | |
| Make | Peugeot | MG |
| Model | 203 | Midget |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2040 mm |
