MG Midget 1500

1974 MG Midget starting the MK tour

1974 MG Midget starting the MK tour

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1974 MG Midget starting the MK tour
A 1974 MG Midget starts the MK tour
A 1974 MG Midget at the MK Classic tour

MG Midget 1500 - key facts

  • First introduced in 1974, the MG Midget 1500 ended production in 1980.
  • The 4 cylinder engine acheived a maximum power of 66 bhp.
  • The MG Midget 1500 accelerated from 0 to 60mph in 12.3 seconds.
  • The maximum speed of the MG Midget 1500 was 101 mph.
MG Midget 1500 Specifications
From 1974
Until 1980
Bodywork
Dimensions
Length11ft 8in3.58m
Width4ft 63/4in1.39m
Kerb Weight1700lb/0.759ton771kg
Engine
Engine displacement1493cc91cu in
Cylinders4
Cylinder LayoutInline
Valve operationOverhead valve
Power Output66bhp @ 5500rpm65PS @ 5500rpm
Specific Output44bhp/litre0.72bhp/cu in
Torque Output77lbft @ 3000rpm104Nm @ 3000rpm
Specific Torque70Nm/litre
Fuel TypePetrol
Fuel systemTwin Carburettor
Carburettor makeSU
Performance
Power to weight87bhp/ton
Acceleration 0-60mph12.3 seconds
Standing Qtr mile18.5 seconds
Top speed101mph163km/h
Chassis
Engine locationFront
Engine alignmentLongitudinal
Driven wheelsRear
Front SuspensionIndependent Coil Spring
Rear SuspensionBeam axle half eliptic leaf
BrakesDisc front, Drum rear
Gearbox type4 speed Manual
Number of gears4
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