2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1963 MG Midget
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 MG Midget would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (495 HP) has 449 more horse power than 1963 MG Midget. (46 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1963 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Viper weights approximately 700 kg more than 1963 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, 2000 Dodge Viper (678 Nm) has 594 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 MG Midget. (84 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 1963 MG Midget | |
| Make | Dodge | MG |
| Model | Viper | Midget |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 495 HP | 46 HP |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Top Speed | 299 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2032 mm |
