1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1957 MG Midget
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 MG Midget would be higher. At 3,390 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1957 MG Midget. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1957 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 563 kg more than 1957 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.
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1999 Chevrolet Camaro | 1957 MG Midget | |
Make | Chevrolet | MG |
Model | Camaro | Midget |
Year Released | 1999 | 1957 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3390 cc | 1465 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2400 mm |