1997 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1954 MG Midget
To start off, 1997 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 MG Midget would be higher. At 4,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1954 MG Midget. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1954 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 909 kg more than 1954 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. 1997 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1954 MG Midget has manual transmission. 1954 MG Midget will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Infiniti Q45 | 1954 MG Midget | |
| Make | Infiniti | MG |
| Model | Q45 | Midget |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4130 cc | 1466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1759 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2400 mm |
