1974 Citroen CX vs. 1961 MG Midget
To start off, 1974 Citroen CX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 MG Midget would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen CX (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1961 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1961 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 670 kg more than 1961 MG Midget. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 MG Midget. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX, 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, 1974 Citroen CX (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1961 MG Midget | |
| Make | Citroen | MG |
| Model | CX | Midget |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2032 mm |
