1969 MG Midget vs. 1956 Porsche 356
To start off, 1969 MG Midget is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 MG Midget (64 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1956 Porsche 356. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 MG Midget should accelerate faster than 1956 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Porsche 356 weights approximately 132 kg more than 1969 MG Midget.
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, 1956 Porsche 356 (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Porsche 356 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 MG Midget | 1956 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | MG | Porsche |
| Model | Midget | 356 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2110 mm |
