1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1961 MG Midget
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 MG Midget would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1961 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1961 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1961 MG Midget. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 MG Midget. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG Midget. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1961 MG Midget has manual transmission. 1961 MG Midget will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 1961 MG Midget | |
Make | Chevrolet | MG |
Model | Silverado | Midget |
Year Released | 1999 | 1961 |
Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 46 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1372 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1232 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2032 mm |