1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1957 MG Midget
To start off, 1957 MG Midget is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,884 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1957 MG Midget. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 1957 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1957 MG Midget. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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:
| 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1957 MG Midget | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | MG |
| Model | 1900 | Midget |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1884 cc | 1465 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2400 mm |
