1957 Peugeot 203 vs. 1965 MG Midget
To start off, 1965 MG Midget is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 MG Midget (58 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1965 MG Midget should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1965 MG Midget.
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, 1965 MG Midget (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 MG Midget will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Peugeot 203 | 1965 MG Midget | |
| Make | Peugeot | MG |
| Model | 203 | Midget |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 58 HP |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2032 mm |
