1954 MG Magnett vs. 1967 MG Midget
To start off, 1967 MG Midget is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 MG Magnett would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 MG Magnett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 MG Midget (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1954 MG Magnett. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 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 380 kg more than 1967 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, 1954 MG Magnett (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 MG Magnett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 MG Magnett | 1967 MG Midget | |
| Make | MG | MG |
| Model | Magnett | Midget |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2040 mm |
