The 1978 MG Midget has 11 belt drive parts with verified fitment on this page — 1 part type and 5 brands, covering the 1.5L L4 engine. Each part includes a manufacturer part number and application notes.
On the 1978 MG Midget, the belt drive system spins the accessories — serpentine and V-belts, tensioners, idlers and pulleys. Every listed part is a Belt.
Every part on this page is matched to the 1.5L L4 — the only engine offered in the 1978 MG Midget.
The most listed brands for 1978 MG Midget belt drive parts are CONTINENTAL (4 parts), DAYCO (2 parts) and GATES (2 parts), plus 2 more brands. Quality grades include Standard Replacement and Economy.
3 parts on this 1978 MG Midget page carry a "Popular" badge — the source catalog's flag for options frequently chosen for this vehicle — including FVP 15440 (Belt) and DAYCO 15440 (Belt). Click any part number to see every vehicle that part fits.
Belt
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FVP Popular | 15440 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | V-Belt | View on Amazon |
| CONTINENTAL | 15340MK | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Mileage Maker | View on Amazon |
| CONTINENTAL | 15440MK | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Mileage MakerBelt Length: 44.00 In | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DAYCO Popular | 15440 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Alternator and Fan | View on Amazon |
| GATES Popular | 7340 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | XL High Capacity V-Belt | View on Amazon |
| ACDELCO | 15440 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Professional / Gold | View on Amazon |
| ACDELCO | 15340 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Professional / GoldEffective Length: 864 mm | View on Amazon |
| CONTINENTAL | 15346 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Air/Smog Pump | View on Amazon |
| CONTINENTAL | 15446 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | V-BeltBelt Length: 44.60 In | View on Amazon |
| DAYCO | 15340 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Air/Smog Pump | View on Amazon |
| GATES | 7440 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | XL High Capacity V-Belt | View on Amazon |
This table covers the serpentine and accessory belts that drive the front accessories. Typical signs include squeal on cold start, cracks across the ribs, or glazing on the back of the belt. A new belt on a worn tensioner will squeal within weeks — spin the idlers by hand while the belt is off.
11 Belt parts are listed for the 1978 MG Midget, from CONTINENTAL, DAYCO, GATES and 2 other brands. FVP 15440 carries the "Popular" badge.
In the Economy grade, CONTINENTAL and FVP supply 3 parts: the catalog's value-priced group. A representative part number is FVP 15440.
The Standard Replacement section lists 8 options from DAYCO, GATES, ACDELCO and 1 other brand — built to original-equipment specification. DAYCO 15440 is listed in this group.
Buying Belt Drive Parts for a 1978 MG Midget
On this vehicle, the belt drive system spins the accessories — serpentine and V-belts, tensioners, idlers and pulleys.
- Confirm you have the 1.5L L4 engine — every part on this page is matched to it.
- Read the notes on each row for position, trim and spec qualifiers before you order.
- Where labor overlaps, replace the tensioner and idler pulleys with any belt at higher mileage — the labor overlaps almost entirely.
- Cross-reference the manufacturer part number against your old part or a service-manual listing.
Start with the largest groups on this page: Belt .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many belt drive parts fit the 1978 MG Midget?
Our catalog currently lists 11 belt drive parts for the 1978 MG Midget across 1 subcategory and 5 brands, covering the 1.5L L4 engine. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
What are the signs of belt drive problems on a 1978 MG Midget?
Common symptoms include squealing on cold start, a belt that shows cracking or glazing, or an accessory that slows under load. If you notice any of these, identify the affected subcategory above and cross-reference the part numbers listed.
What should I replace at the same time?
Where labor overlaps, replace the tensioner and idler pulleys with any belt at higher mileage — the labor overlaps almost entirely.
What do the market flags (US, CA, MX) on each part mean?
They show the market for which the manufacturer published application data for that part — where the vehicle was first sold, not where the part was made. If your 1978 MG Midget was originally sold in the US, the safest choice is a part marked for the US market.
How do I make sure a part fits my 1978 MG Midget?
Every part on this page is matched to the 1.5L L4 engine. Then a new belt on a worn tensioner will squeal within weeks — check tensioner damping and idler bearings while the belt is off. The notes column carries position and trim qualifiers where they apply.
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