1974 Peugeot 204 vs. 1974 MG Midget
To start off, both 1974 Peugeot 204 and 1974 MG Midget were released in the same year (1974). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 MG Midget is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 MG Midget (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 MG Midget should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1974 MG Midget.
Because 1974 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 1974 MG Midget. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Peugeot 204, 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 MG Midget (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 MG Midget will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Peugeot 204 | 1974 MG Midget | |
| Make | Peugeot | MG |
| Model | 204 | Midget |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1130 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2040 mm |
