1983 Ford Fiesta vs. 1965 MG Midget
To start off, 1983 Ford Fiesta is newer by 18 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 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 MG Midget is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 MG Midget (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 MG Midget should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 MG Midget weights approximately 20 kg more than 1983 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 MG Midget. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1965 MG Midget (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1965 MG Midget will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Fiesta | 1965 MG Midget | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Fiesta | Midget |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2032 mm |
