1995 Chrysler Viper vs. 1966 MG Midget
To start off, 1995 Chrysler Viper is newer by 29 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 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1966 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1966 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 875 kg more than 1966 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, 1995 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chrysler Viper | 1966 MG Midget | |
| Make | Chrysler | MG |
| Model | Viper | Midget |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2040 mm |
