1991 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1958 MG Midget
To start off, 1991 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 MG Midget would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1958 MG Midget. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1958 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 686 kg more than 1958 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ferrari Mondial | 1958 MG Midget | |
| Make | Ferrari | MG |
| Model | Mondial | Midget |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2400 mm |
