1966 MG Midget vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 MG Midget would be higher. At 3,931 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1966 MG Midget. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1966 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 652 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 MG Midget. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 MG Midget. 2004 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 1966 MG Midget has manual transmission. 1966 MG Midget will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 MG Midget | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | MG | Ford |
| Model | Midget | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3931 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1387 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1372 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1232 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2032 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
