1961 Abarth 700 vs. 1956 MG Midget
To start off, 1961 Abarth 700 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 MG Midget would be higher. At 1,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 MG Midget is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 700 (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1956 MG Midget. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 1956 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 MG Midget weights approximately 282 kg more than 1961 Abarth 700.
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:
| 1961 Abarth 700 | 1956 MG Midget | |
| Make | Abarth | MG |
| Model | 700 | Midget |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2400 mm |
