1966 MG Midget vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1966 MG Midget is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Peugeot 204 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 10 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (54 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 MG Midget should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 221 kg more than 1966 MG Midget.
Because 1966 MG Midget is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 MG Midget. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Peugeot 204, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (89 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 MG Midget will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 MG Midget | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | MG | Peugeot |
| Model | Midget | 204 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2600 mm |
