1958 MG Midget vs. 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 26 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1958 MG Midget. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1958 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 775 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. 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 1958 MG Midget has manual transmission. 1958 MG Midget will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 MG Midget | 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | MG | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Midget | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1466 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2960 mm |
