1972 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1966 MG Midget
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 MG Midget would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1966 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle should accelerate faster than 1966 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 768 kg more than 1966 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, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1966 MG Midget | |
Make | Chevrolet | MG |
Model | Chevelle | Midget |
Year Released | 1972 | 1966 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2040 mm |