1957 Fiat 1100 vs. 1961 MG Midget
To start off, 1961 MG Midget is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Fiat 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Fiat 1100 (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1961 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Fiat 1100 should accelerate faster than 1961 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1961 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, 1961 MG Midget (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1961 MG Midget will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fiat 1100 | 1961 MG Midget | |
Make | Fiat | MG |
Model | 1100 | Midget |
Year Released | 1957 | 1961 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 46 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1372 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1232 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2032 mm |