2010 Chrysler 300 vs. 1964 MG Midget
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 MG Midget would be higher. At 2,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler 300 (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1964 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1964 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 955 kg more than 1964 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, 2010 Chrysler 300 (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 MG Midget. 2010 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1964 MG Midget has manual transmission. 1964 MG Midget will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chrysler 300 | 1964 MG Midget | |
| Make | Chrysler | MG |
| Model | 300 | Midget |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2700 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4999 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1882 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3048 mm | 2032 mm |
