1980 Ferrari 208 vs. 1965 MG Midget
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 208 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 MG Midget would be higher. At 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 208 (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1965 MG Midget. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1965 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1965 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. Let's talk about torque, 1980 Ferrari 208 (171 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 MG Midget. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 208 | 1965 MG Midget | |
| Make | Ferrari | MG |
| Model | 208 | Midget |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2032 mm |
