1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1966 MG Midget
To start off, 1967 Abarth 1300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 MG Midget would be higher. At 1,278 cc, 1967 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1966 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1966 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 MG Midget weights approximately 85 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Abarth 1300 (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1966 MG Midget | |
| Make | Abarth | MG |
| Model | 1300 | Midget |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 1275 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2040 mm |
