1957 MG MGA vs. 1957 MG Midget
To start off, both 1957 MG MGA and 1957 MG Midget were released in the same year (1957). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 MG MGA (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1957 MG Midget. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1957 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 MG MGA weights approximately 50 kg more than 1957 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:
| 1957 MG MGA | 1957 MG Midget | |
| Make | MG | MG |
| Model | MGA | Midget |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1465 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2400 mm |
