1990 Chrysler Viper vs. 1961 MG Midget
To start off, 1990 Chrysler Viper is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 MG Midget would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1990 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 1961 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1961 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 855 kg more than 1961 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, 1990 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 536 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1990 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chrysler Viper | 1961 MG Midget | |
| Make | Chrysler | MG |
| Model | Viper | Midget |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2032 mm |
