2001 Ford TE-50 vs. 1962 MG Midget
To start off, 2001 Ford TE-50 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 MG Midget would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford TE-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford TE-50 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1962 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford TE-50 should accelerate faster than 1962 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford TE-50 weights approximately 931 kg more than 1962 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, 2001 Ford TE-50 (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Ford TE-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford TE-50 | 1962 MG Midget | |
Make | Ford | MG |
Model | TE-50 | Midget |
Year Released | 2001 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4940 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 46 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1372 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1232 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2032 mm |