1962 Austin A 60 vs. 1964 MG Midget
To start off, 1964 MG Midget is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 MG Midget (46 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1964 MG Midget should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 60 weights approximately 383 kg more than 1964 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, 1962 Austin A 60 (87 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 MG Midget. (84 Nm). This means 1962 Austin A 60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 60 | 1964 MG Midget | |
| Make | Austin | MG |
| Model | A 60 | Midget |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 46 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2032 mm |
