1963 MG Midget vs. 2013 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2013 Ford Fiesta is newer by 50 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Fiesta (118 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1963 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1963 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 437 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.
Because 1963 MG Midget is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 MG Midget. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fiesta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Ford Fiesta (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 MG Midget | 2013 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | MG | Ford |
| Model | Midget | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1372 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1232 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2032 mm | 2489 mm |
