2009 Ford E-150 vs. 1972 MG Midget
To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 MG Midget would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1972 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1972 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford E-150 weights approximately 252 kg more than 1972 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 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-150 | 1972 MG Midget | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | E-150 | Midget |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Van | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2040 mm |
