1991 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1965 MG Midget
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 26 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1965 MG Midget. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1965 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 840 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, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 MG Midget. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chevrolet Corvette | 1965 MG Midget | |
Make | Chevrolet | MG |
Model | Corvette | Midget |
Year Released | 1991 | 1965 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 512 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 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 | 1575 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1372 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1232 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2032 mm |