1954 MG Midget vs. 1990 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1990 Toyota Supra is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 MG Midget would be higher. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Supra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1954 MG Midget. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1954 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Supra weights approximately 707 kg more than 1954 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 MG Midget | 1990 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | MG | Toyota |
| Model | Midget | Supra |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1466 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2730 mm |
