2008 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1963 MG Midget
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 45 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), 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1963 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1963 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 790 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | 1963 MG Midget | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | MG |
| Model | C | Midget |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 18.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2032 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
