1963 Simca 1500 vs. 1962 MG Midget
To start off, 1963 Simca 1500 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 MG Midget would be higher. At 1,475 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Simca 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Simca 1500 (68 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1962 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Simca 1500 should accelerate faster than 1962 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Simca 1500 weights approximately 261 kg more than 1962 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, 1963 Simca 1500 (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1963 Simca 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Simca 1500 | 1962 MG Midget | |
Make | Simca | MG |
Model | 1500 | Midget |
Year Released | 1963 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1475 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 46 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1372 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1232 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2032 mm |