2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1961 MG Midget
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 MG Midget would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1961 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1961 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 814 kg more than 1961 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG Midget. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1961 MG Midget has manual transmission. 1961 MG Midget will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1961 MG Midget | |
| Make | Chevrolet | MG |
| Model | Silverado | Midget |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2032 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
