1988 Citroen Visa vs. 1966 MG Midget
To start off, 1988 Citroen Visa is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 MG Midget would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 MG Midget is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 MG Midget (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 MG Midget should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 MG Midget weights approximately 13 kg more than 1988 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 MG Midget. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Citroen Visa, 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, 1966 MG Midget (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 MG Midget will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen Visa | 1966 MG Midget | |
| Make | Citroen | MG |
| Model | Visa | Midget |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 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 | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2032 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
