1964 Abarth 1000 GT vs. 1964 MG Midget
To start off, both 1964 Abarth 1000 GT and 1964 MG Midget were released in the same year (1964). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 981 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Abarth 1000 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Abarth 1000 GT (67 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1964 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Abarth 1000 GT should accelerate faster than 1964 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 MG Midget weights approximately 100 kg more than 1964 Abarth 1000 GT.
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:
| 1964 Abarth 1000 GT | 1964 MG Midget | |
| Make | Abarth | MG |
| Model | 1000 GT | Midget |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 981 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 635 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2032 mm |
