2000 GMC Safari vs. 1961 MG Midget
To start off, 2000 GMC Safari is newer by 39 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1961 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1961 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 1220 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.
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 GMC Safari (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG Midget. 2000 GMC Safari 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. 2000 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 GMC Safari | 1961 MG Midget | |
Make | GMC | MG |
Model | Safari | Midget |
Year Released | 2000 | 1961 |
Body Type | Van | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 46 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1372 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1232 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2032 mm |