1965 MG Midget vs. 1974 MG Midget
To start off, 1974 MG Midget is newer by 9 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. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 MG Midget is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 MG Midget (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1965 MG Midget. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 MG Midget should accelerate faster than 1965 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 MG Midget weights approximately 15 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 MG Midget (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 MG Midget. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 MG Midget will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 MG Midget | 1974 MG Midget | |
| Make | MG | MG |
| Model | Midget | Midget |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1372 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1232 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2032 mm | 2040 mm |
