2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1967 MG Midget
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 MG Midget would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (192 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1967 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1967 MG Midget.
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 (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1967 MG Midget | |
Make | Chevrolet | MG |
Model | Silverado | Midget |
Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4299 cc | 1275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2040 mm |