1968 MG Midget vs. 1963 MG MGB
To start off, 1968 MG Midget is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 MG MGB would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 MG MGB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 MG MGB (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1968 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 MG MGB should accelerate faster than 1968 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 MG MGB weights approximately 185 kg more than 1968 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, 1963 MG MGB (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 MG MGB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 MG Midget | 1963 MG MGB | |
| Make | MG | MG |
| Model | Midget | MGB |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 149 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 | 715 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2320 mm |
