1953 Alvis TC vs. 1967 MG Midget
To start off, 1967 MG Midget is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Alvis TC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Alvis TC would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Alvis TC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Alvis TC (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1967 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Alvis TC should accelerate faster than 1967 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Alvis TC weights approximately 720 kg more than 1967 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, 1953 Alvis TC (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alvis TC | 1967 MG Midget | |
| Make | Alvis | MG |
| Model | TC | Midget |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2040 mm |
