1963 MG Midget vs. 1966 MG Midget
To start off, 1966 MG Midget is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 MG Midget would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 MG Midget is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 MG Midget (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1963 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 MG Midget should accelerate faster than 1963 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, 1966 MG Midget (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1966 MG Midget will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 MG Midget | 1966 MG Midget | |
| Make | MG | MG |
| Model | Midget | Midget |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1372 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1232 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2032 mm | 2032 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
