1953 Plymouth Cambridge vs. 1972 MG Midget
To start off, 1972 MG Midget is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Plymouth Cambridge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Plymouth Cambridge would be higher. At 3,569 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Plymouth Cambridge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Plymouth Cambridge (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1972 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Plymouth Cambridge should accelerate faster than 1972 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Plymouth Cambridge weights approximately 675 kg more than 1972 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 Plymouth Cambridge (237 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Plymouth Cambridge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Plymouth Cambridge | 1972 MG Midget | |
| Make | Plymouth | MG |
| Model | Cambridge | Midget |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3569 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2040 mm |
