1955 MG Midget vs. 1968 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1968 Volvo P 1800 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 MG Midget would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Volvo P 1800 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1955 MG Midget. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 1955 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1955 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:
| 1955 MG Midget | 1968 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | MG | Volvo |
| Model | Midget | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1466 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2460 mm |
