1948 Fiat 500 vs. 1962 MG Midget
To start off, 1962 MG Midget is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 MG Midget is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 MG Midget (46 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 MG Midget should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Fiat 500 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1962 MG Midget.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Fiat 500 | 1962 MG Midget | |
| Make | Fiat | MG |
| Model | 500 | Midget |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2032 mm |
