1966 MG Midget vs. 1956 Morris Minor
To start off, 1966 MG Midget is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 MG Midget is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 MG Midget (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 MG Midget should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Morris Minor weights approximately 75 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, 1966 MG Midget (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 MG Midget will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 MG Midget | 1956 Morris Minor | |
| Make | MG | Morris |
| Model | Midget | Minor |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2190 mm |
