1953 Peugeot 203 vs. 1973 MG Midget
To start off, 1973 MG Midget is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 MG Midget (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 MG Midget should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1973 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, 1973 MG Midget (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Peugeot 203. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 MG Midget will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Peugeot 203 | 1973 MG Midget | |
Make | Peugeot | MG |
Model | 203 | Midget |
Year Released | 1953 | 1973 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2040 mm |