2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept vs. 1966 MG Midget
To start off, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 MG Midget would be higher. At 6,392 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept (605 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 541 more horse power than 1966 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept should accelerate faster than 1966 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept weights approximately 1054 kg more than 1966 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, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept (679 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 579 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept | 1966 MG Midget | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Shelby GR-1 Concept | Midget |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6392 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 605 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2040 mm |
