1962 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1961 MG Midget
To start off, 1962 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 MG Midget would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Fiat Campagnola (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1961 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1961 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 555 kg more than 1961 MG Midget. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 MG Midget. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 Fiat Campagnola will offer significantly more control. 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, 1962 Fiat Campagnola (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1962 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat Campagnola | 1961 MG Midget | |
| Make | Fiat | MG |
| Model | Campagnola | Midget |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1961 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2032 mm |
