1979 Citroen CX vs. 1963 MG Midget
To start off, 1979 Citroen CX is newer by 16 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Citroen CX (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1963 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1963 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 665 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, 1979 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, 1979 Citroen CX (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 1963 MG Midget | |
| Make | Citroen | MG |
| Model | CX | Midget |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2032 mm |
