1959 Austin A 95 vs. 1958 MG Midget
To start off, 1959 Austin A 95 is newer by 1 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 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin A 95 (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1958 MG Midget. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 95 should accelerate faster than 1958 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 95 weights approximately 475 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:
| 1959 Austin A 95 | 1958 MG Midget | |
| Make | Austin | MG |
| Model | A 95 | Midget |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2400 mm |
