1965 MG Midget 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 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 MG Midget would be higher. Both 1965 MG Midget and 1966 MG Midget are equipped with a 1,098 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 58 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
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, both vehicles can yield 88 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 MG Midget | 1966 MG Midget | |
| Make | MG | MG |
| Model | Midget | Midget |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 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 |
