1952 Buick 40 vs. 1969 MG Midget

To start off, 1969 MG Midget is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Buick 40 (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1969 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1969 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Buick 40 weights approximately 915 kg more than 1969 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, 1952 Buick 40 (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1952 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 MG Midget.

Compare all specifications:

1952 Buick 40 1969 MG Midget
Make Buick MG
Model 40 Midget
Year Released 1952 1969
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4066 cc 1275 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 118 HP 64 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 292 Nm 100 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1635 kg 720 kg
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 3090 mm 2040 mm


 

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