1958 GAZ M20 vs. 1970 MG Midget
To start off, 1970 MG Midget is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 GAZ M20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 GAZ M20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 GAZ M20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 MG Midget (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1958 GAZ M20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 MG Midget should accelerate faster than 1958 GAZ M20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 GAZ M20 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1970 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, 1958 GAZ M20 (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 GAZ M20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 GAZ M20 | 1970 MG Midget | |
| Make | GAZ | MG |
| Model | M20 | Midget |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2040 mm |
