1964 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 1962 MG Midget
To start off, 1964 Abarth Mono 1000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 MG Midget would be higher. At 982 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Abarth Mono 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Abarth Mono 1000 (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1962 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Abarth Mono 1000 should accelerate faster than 1962 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 MG Midget weights approximately 175 kg more than 1964 Abarth Mono 1000.
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, 1964 Abarth Mono 1000 (91 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1964 Abarth Mono 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Abarth Mono 1000 | 1962 MG Midget | |
| Make | Abarth | MG |
| Model | Mono 1000 | Midget |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 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 | 560 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2032 mm |
