2004 MG TF vs. 1963 MG Midget
To start off, 2004 MG TF 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 MG TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MG TF (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1963 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1963 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 MG TF weights approximately 465 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 MG TF (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 MG TF | 1963 MG Midget | |
| Make | MG | MG |
| Model | TF | Midget |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 18.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2032 mm |
