1959 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1964 MG Midget
To start off, 1964 MG Midget is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jeep CJ5 (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1964 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1964 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1964 MG Midget. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 MG Midget. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Jeep CJ5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1959 Jeep CJ5 (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1959 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jeep CJ5 | 1964 MG Midget | |
| Make | Jeep | MG |
| Model | CJ5 | Midget |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1964 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2032 mm |
