1964 Abarth 1300 vs. 1964 MG Midget
To start off, both 1964 Abarth 1300 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 1,280 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Abarth 1300 (137 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1964 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1964 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 MG Midget weights approximately 105 kg more than 1964 Abarth 1300.
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 1300 | 1964 MG Midget | |
Make | Abarth | MG |
Model | 1300 | Midget |
Year Released | 1964 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1280 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 46 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 | 630 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1372 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1232 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2032 mm |