1954 MG Magnett vs. 1954 MG Midget
To start off, both 1954 MG Magnett and 1954 MG Midget were released in the same year (1954). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 MG Magnett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 MG Midget (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1954 MG Magnett. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 MG Midget should accelerate faster than 1954 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 MG Magnett weights approximately 245 kg more than 1954 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 MG Magnett | 1954 MG Midget | |
| Make | MG | MG |
| Model | Magnett | Midget |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1954 |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2400 mm |
