1993 Porsche Boxster vs. 1961 MG Midget
To start off, 1993 Porsche Boxster is newer by 32 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche Boxster (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1961 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1961 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 665 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, 1993 Porsche Boxster (308 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche Boxster | 1961 MG Midget | |
| Make | Porsche | MG |
| Model | Boxster | Midget |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1232 mm |
