1966 MG Midget vs. 1948 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 1966 MG Midget is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Triumph Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Triumph Roadster would be higher. At 1,776 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Triumph Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 MG Midget (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1948 Triumph Roadster. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 MG Midget should accelerate faster than 1948 Triumph Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Triumph Roadster weights approximately 437 kg more than 1966 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, 1948 Triumph Roadster (125 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1948 Triumph Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 MG Midget | 1948 Triumph Roadster | |
| Make | MG | Triumph |
| Model | Midget | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1948 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 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 | 715 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2550 mm |
