1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1966 MG Midget
To start off, 1966 MG Midget is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 MG Midget is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 MG Midget weights approximately 185 kg more than 1959 Alpine A 106.
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, 1966 MG Midget (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 MG Midget will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alpine A 106 | 1966 MG Midget | |
| Make | Alpine | MG |
| Model | A 106 | Midget |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2040 mm |
