1957 MG Midget vs. 1971 Riley 4
To start off, 1971 Riley 4 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 MG Midget would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Riley 4 (67 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1957 MG Midget. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Riley 4 should accelerate faster than 1957 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Riley 4 weights approximately 298 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 Midget | 1971 Riley 4 | |
| Make | MG | Riley |
| Model | Midget | 4 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1465 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2530 mm |
