1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 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 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 (108 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1966 MG Midget. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 should accelerate faster than 1966 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 weights approximately 625 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 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 MG Midget. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | 1966 MG Midget | |
Make | Willys-Overland | MG |
Model | Aero-Willys 2600 | Midget |
Year Released | 1965 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 194 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1372 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1232 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2032 mm |