2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1963 MG Midget
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 41 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1963 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1963 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1759 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 MG Midget. (84 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 MG Midget. 2004 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1963 MG Midget has manual transmission. 1963 MG Midget will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 1963 MG Midget | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Expedition | Midget |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2494 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2032 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
