2006 Dodge Viper vs. 1964 MG Midget
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 42 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 8,274 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 464 more horse power than 1964 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1964 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Viper weights approximately 788 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, 2006 Dodge Viper (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 641 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Viper | 1964 MG Midget | |
| Make | Dodge | MG |
| Model | Viper | Midget |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8274 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 725 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 306 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 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 | 1523 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2032 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
