1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1972 MG Midget
To start off, 1972 MG Midget is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 MG Midget is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 MG Midget (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 MG Midget should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 40 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1972 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, 1972 MG Midget (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1972 MG Midget will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 40 | 1972 MG Midget | |
Make | Austin | MG |
Model | A 40 | Midget |
Year Released | 1954 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2040 mm |