2011 Ford F-150 vs. 1966 MG Midget
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 MG Midget would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (411 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1966 MG Midget. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1966 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1989 kg more than 1966 MG Midget. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 MG Midget. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 MG Midget. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 MG Midget. 2011 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1966 MG Midget has manual transmission. 1966 MG Midget will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford F-150 | 1966 MG Midget | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | F-150 | Midget |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 411 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2724 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5603 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2192 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1994 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3386 mm | 2032 mm |
