1967 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1954 MG Midget
To start off, 1967 Lancia Flaminia is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 MG Midget would be higher. At 2,775 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Lancia Flaminia (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1954 MG Midget. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1954 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 670 kg more than 1954 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Lancia Flaminia | 1954 MG Midget | |
| Make | Lancia | MG |
| Model | Flaminia | Midget |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2775 cc | 1466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2400 mm |
