1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 1964 MG Midget
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 MG Midget would be higher. At 7,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (286 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1964 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1964 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1689 kg more than 1964 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (555 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 471 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 MG Midget. 1997 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1964 MG Midget has manual transmission. 1964 MG Midget will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 1964 MG Midget | |
| Make | Chevrolet | MG |
| Model | Express | Midget |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Van | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7439 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 555 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2424 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2032 mm |
