1961 Bristol 406 vs. 1963 MG Midget
To start off, 1963 MG Midget is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Bristol 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Bristol 406 would be higher. At 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Bristol 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Bristol 406 (92 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1963 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Bristol 406 should accelerate faster than 1963 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Bristol 406 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1963 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. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Bristol 406 (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1961 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Bristol 406 | 1963 MG Midget | |
Make | Bristol | MG |
Model | 406 | Midget |
Year Released | 1961 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 46 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1372 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1232 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2032 mm |