1963 Buick Riviera vs. 1957 MG Midget
To start off, 1963 Buick Riviera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 MG Midget would be higher. At 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Buick Riviera (321 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1957 MG Midget. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1957 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1957 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. 1963 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1957 MG Midget has manual transmission. 1957 MG Midget will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1963 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Buick Riviera | 1957 MG Midget | |
| Make | Buick | MG |
| Model | Riviera | Midget |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 1465 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2400 mm |
