1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 1971 MG Midget
To start off, 1971 MG Midget is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley Foursome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley Foursome would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 MG Midget is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 MG Midget (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 MG Midget should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 MG Midget weights approximately 364 kg more than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 MG Midget is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 MG Midget. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley Foursome, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1971 MG Midget (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (48 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 MG Midget will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Foursome | 1971 MG Midget | |
Make | Berkeley | MG |
Model | Foursome | Midget |
Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 592 cc | 1275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 48 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2040 mm |