MG Midget Mk I 1098cc

MG Midget Mk I 1098cc - key facts

MG Midget Mk I 1098cc Specifications
From	1962
Until	1964
Bodywork
Dimensions
Length	11ft 5in	3.51m
Width	4ft 4in	1.35m
Kerb Weight	1525lb/0.681ton	692kg
Engine
Engine displacement	1098cc	67cu in
Cylinders	4
Cylinder Layout	Inline
Valve operation	Overhead valve
Power Output	56bhp @ 5500rpm	55PS @ 5500rpm
Specific Output	51bhp/litre	0.84bhp/cu in
Torque Output	62lbft @ 3250rpm	84Nm @ 3250rpm
Specific Torque	77Nm/litre
Fuel Type	Petrol
Fuel system	Twin Carburettor
Carburettor make	SU
Performance
Power to weight	82bhp/ton
Acceleration 0-60mph	16.9 seconds
Standing Qtr mile	21 seconds
Top speed	89mph	143km/h
Chassis
Engine location	Front
Engine alignment	Longitudinal
Driven wheels	Rear
Front Suspension	Independent Coil Spring
Rear Suspension	Beam axle quarter eliptic leaf
Brakes	Disc front, Drum rear
Gearbox type	4 speed Manual
Number of gears	4