2000 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1965 MG Midget
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 MG Midget would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1965 MG Midget. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1965 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 835 kg more than 1965 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 Mercedes-Benz C (315 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 MG Midget. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mercedes-Benz C | 1965 MG Midget | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | MG |
Model | C | Midget |
Year Released | 2000 | 1965 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1372 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1232 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2032 mm |