1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1966 MG Midget
To start off, 1966 MG Midget is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (251 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1966 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1966 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 761 kg more than 1966 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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 1966 MG Midget | |
Make | Chevrolet | MG |
Model | Corvette | Midget |
Year Released | 1965 | 1966 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2040 mm |