1958 Mercedes-Benz SC vs. 1966 MG Midget
To start off, 1966 MG Midget is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1966 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC should accelerate faster than 1966 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC weights approximately 645 kg more than 1966 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, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC | 1966 MG Midget | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | MG |
| Model | SC | Midget |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2040 mm |
