1967 MG MGB vs. 1967 MG Midget
To start off, both 1967 MG MGB and 1967 MG Midget were released in the same year (1967). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 MG MGB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 MG MGB (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1967 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 MG MGB should accelerate faster than 1967 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 MG MGB weights approximately 167 kg more than 1967 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, 1967 MG MGB (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 MG MGB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
1967 MG MGB | 1967 MG Midget | |
Make | MG | MG |
Model | MGB | Midget |
Year Released | 1967 | 1967 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2040 mm |