1967 Mercury Park Lane vs. 1957 MG Midget
To start off, 1967 Mercury Park Lane is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 MG Midget would be higher. At 6,722 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Park Lane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Park Lane (325 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1957 MG Midget. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Park Lane should accelerate faster than 1957 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Park Lane weights approximately 510 kg more than 1957 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 Mercury Park Lane | 1957 MG Midget | |
| Make | Mercury | MG |
| Model | Park Lane | Midget |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6722 cc | 1465 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2400 mm |
