1958 MG Midget vs. 2005 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 47 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1958 MG Midget. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1958 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 758 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 | 2005 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | MG | Vauxhall |
| Model | Midget | Omega |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1466 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2740 mm |
