1976 MG Midget MK IV Still driving 47 years later. MG would be proud.
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The MG Midget had to make some changes to meet the US safety regulations. They added giant bumpers to the front and back, which made the car ride higher and affected its handling. Earning the MG the nickname (Rubber Bumper). To help with the higher center of gravity, anti-roll bars were added. The old engine was also replaced with a 1493cc engine from the Triumph Spitfire. This bigger engine was better at handling the new emission regulations. It produced more torque and went faster than the previous model, with a top speed of just over 100 mph and faster acceleration.
The US market had a different story. The engine was loaded with air pumps, EGR valves, and catalytic converters to meet new regulations, and this affected engine power. They swapped the old carburetor with a new one and the power fell to 50 hp. They also made some changes to the body, such as making the rear-wheel arches square again and lowering the front arches.
Finally, the production of MG Midget came to an end in 1979. The last version of the car was made after producing 73,899 cars. The last 500 cars were painted black for the home-market. Even though MG Midget is not in production anymore, it still has a special place in the hearts of car enthusiasts around the world.
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