1959 MG Midget vs. 1995 Morgan 4
To start off, 1995 Morgan 4 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 MG Midget would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1959 MG Midget. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1959 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Morgan 4 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1959 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 MG Midget | 1995 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | MG | Morgan |
| Model | Midget | 4 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1466 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2450 mm |
