1999 AC Cobra vs. 1967 MG Midget
To start off, 1999 AC Cobra is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 MG Midget would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Cobra (222 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1967 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1967 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Cobra weights approximately 310 kg more than 1967 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, 1999 AC Cobra (522 Nm) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 MG Midget. (100 Nm). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Cobra | 1967 MG Midget | |
Make | AC | MG |
Model | Cobra | Midget |
Year Released | 1999 | 1967 |
Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 100 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2040 mm |