1956 Rover P4 vs. 1961 MG Midget
To start off, 1961 MG Midget is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Rover P4 (108 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1961 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1961 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Rover P4 weights approximately 713 kg more than 1961 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. Let's talk about torque, 1956 Rover P4 (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1956 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Rover P4 | 1961 MG Midget | |
Make | Rover | MG |
Model | P4 | Midget |
Year Released | 1956 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2636 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 46 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1372 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1232 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2032 mm |