1975 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1959 MG Midget
To start off, 1975 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 MG Midget would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chevrolet Camaro (144 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1959 MG Midget. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1959 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 735 kg more than 1959 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.
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1975 Chevrolet Camaro | 1959 MG Midget | |
Make | Chevrolet | MG |
Model | Camaro | Midget |
Year Released | 1975 | 1959 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1466 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2400 mm |