1958 MG Midget vs. 1969 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1969 Pontiac GTO is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 MG Midget would be higher. At 6,549 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Pontiac GTO (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1958 MG Midget. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1958 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 550 kg more than 1958 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:
| 1958 MG Midget | 1969 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | MG | Pontiac |
| Model | Midget | GTO |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1466 cc | 6549 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2950 mm |
