1961 Abarth 600 vs. 1969 MG Midget
To start off, 1969 MG Midget is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 MG Midget is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 MG Midget (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 600. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 MG Midget should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 MG Midget weights approximately 125 kg more than 1961 Abarth 600. 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, 1969 MG Midget (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 600. (66 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1969 MG Midget will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 600 | 1969 MG Midget | |
| Make | Abarth | MG |
| Model | 600 | Midget |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 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 | 595 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
