1955 MG Midget vs. 1955 Morris Minor
To start off, both 1955 MG Midget and 1955 Morris Minor were released in the same year (1955). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 MG Midget is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 MG Midget (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 MG Midget should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 MG Midget weights approximately 88 kg more than 1955 Morris Minor. 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:
| 1955 MG Midget | 1955 Morris Minor | |
| Make | MG | Morris |
| Model | Midget | Minor |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1466 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2190 mm |
