1967 Wartburg 353 vs. 1965 MG Midget
To start off, 1967 Wartburg 353 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 MG Midget would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 MG Midget is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 MG Midget (58 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1967 Wartburg 353. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1965 MG Midget should accelerate faster than 1967 Wartburg 353. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Wartburg 353 weights approximately 189 kg more than 1965 MG Midget.
Because 1965 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 1965 MG Midget. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Wartburg 353, 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, 1967 Wartburg 353 (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 MG Midget. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Wartburg 353 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Wartburg 353 | 1965 MG Midget | |
| Make | Wartburg | MG |
| Model | 353 | Midget |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 58 HP |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2032 mm |
