2008 Ford Ranger vs. 1964 MG Midget
To start off, 2008 Ford Ranger is newer by 44 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 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Ranger (148 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1964 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1964 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Ranger weights approximately 372 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, 2008 Ford Ranger (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ranger | 1964 MG Midget | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Ranger | Midget |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2970 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2032 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
