2003 Ford Mustang vs. 1964 MG Midget

To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 MG Midget would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 1964 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1964 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 757 kg more than 1964 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (530 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 MG Midget.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Ford Mustang 1964 MG Midget
Make Ford MG
Model Mustang Midget
Year Released 2003 1964
Body Type Coupe Roadster
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4601 cc 948 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 400 HP 46 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 530 Nm 84 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3250 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1492 kg 735 kg
Vehicle Length 4630 mm 3480 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1372 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1232 mm
Wheelbase Size 2490 mm 2032 mm


 

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