1951 Austin A 110 vs. 1954 MG Midget
To start off, 1954 MG Midget is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Austin A 110 (130 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1954 MG Midget. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Austin A 110 should accelerate faster than 1954 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 110 weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1954 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 110 | 1954 MG Midget | |
| Make | Austin | MG |
| Model | A 110 | Midget |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2400 mm |
