2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1956 MG Midget
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 MG Midget would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (612 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 550 more horse power than 1956 MG Midget. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1956 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 730 kg more than 1956 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.
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2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1956 MG Midget | |
Make | Chevrolet | MG |
Model | Corvette | Midget |
Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 1466 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 612 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1582 kg | 852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2400 mm |