1961 Alpine A 108 vs. 1973 MG Midget
To start off, 1973 MG Midget is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alpine A 108. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alpine A 108 would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 MG Midget is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 MG Midget (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1961 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 MG Midget should accelerate faster than 1961 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 MG Midget weights approximately 125 kg more than 1961 Alpine A 108. 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, 1973 MG Midget (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alpine A 108. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1973 MG Midget will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alpine A 108.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Alpine A 108 | 1973 MG Midget | |
Make | Alpine | MG |
Model | A 108 | Midget |
Year Released | 1961 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 1275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 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 | 3990 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2040 mm |