1958 MG Midget vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 55 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1958 MG Midget. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1958 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1711 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. 2013 Toyota Tundra 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. 2013 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 MG Midget | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | MG | Toyota |
| Model | Midget | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1466 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2561 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 5810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3700 mm |
