1999 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 1971 MG Midget
To start off, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 MG Midget would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1971 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1971 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Morgan Plus 4 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1971 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 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Morgan Plus 4 | 1971 MG Midget | |
| Make | Morgan | MG |
| Model | Plus 4 | Midget |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2040 mm |
