1966 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 1970 MG Midget
To start off, 1970 MG Midget is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Abarth Mono 1000 would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 MG Midget is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 MG Midget (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 MG Midget should accelerate faster than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 MG Midget weights approximately 156 kg more than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1970 MG Midget (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 MG Midget will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Abarth Mono 1000 | 1970 MG Midget | |
Make | Abarth | MG |
Model | Mono 1000 | Midget |
Year Released | 1966 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 982 cc | 1275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 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 | 564 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |