1961 Fiat Grand Break 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 Fiat Grand Break. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Grand Break would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Fiat Grand Break is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat Grand Break (96 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1969 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat Grand Break should accelerate faster than 1969 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 550 kg more than 1969 MG Midget. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Fiat Grand Break (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat Grand Break will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat Grand Break | 1969 MG Midget | |
| Make | Fiat | MG |
| Model | Grand Break | Midget |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2040 mm |
