1997 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1963 MG Midget
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 MG Midget would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 453 kg more than 1963 MG Midget.
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, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (692 Nm) has 608 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 MG Midget. (84 Nm). This means 1997 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Corvette | 1963 MG Midget | |
| Make | Chevrolet | MG |
| Model | Corvette | Midget |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 46 HP |
| Torque | 692 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Top Speed | 324 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2032 mm |
