1976 Citroen CX vs. 1963 MG Midget
To start off, 1976 Citroen CX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 MG Midget would be higher. At 2,345 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1963 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1963 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 570 kg more than 1963 MG Midget. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 MG Midget. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1976 Citroen CX (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1963 MG Midget | |
| Make | Citroen | MG |
| Model | CX | Midget |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2345 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2032 mm |
