1960 Holden FC vs. 1972 MG Midget
To start off, 1972 MG Midget is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Holden FC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Holden FC would be higher. At 2,165 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Holden FC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 MG Midget (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1960 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 MG Midget should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Holden FC weights approximately 260 kg more than 1972 MG Midget.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1960 Holden FC (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Holden FC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Holden FC | 1972 MG Midget | |
| Make | Holden | MG |
| Model | FC | Midget |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2040 mm |
