1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1971 MG Midget
To start off, 1971 MG Midget is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1971 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1971 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 143 kg more than 1971 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. Let's talk about torque, 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (108 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1971 MG Midget | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | MG |
| Model | Giulietta | Midget |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 863 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2040 mm |
