1951 Ford Vedette vs. 1958 MG Midget
To start off, 1958 MG Midget is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Ford Vedette (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1958 MG Midget. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Ford Vedette should accelerate faster than 1958 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Ford Vedette weights approximately 278 kg more than 1958 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 Ford Vedette | 1958 MG Midget | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Vedette | Midget |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2400 mm |
