2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1963 MG Midget
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 40 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano (141 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1963 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1963 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1260 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano (316 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 1963 MG Midget | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | MG |
| Model | Viano | Midget |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2032 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
