1967 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1956 MG Midget
To start off, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 MG Midget would be higher. At 1,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 MG Midget is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1956 MG Midget. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1956 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 MG Midget weights approximately 62 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA.
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:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1956 MG Midget | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | MG |
| Model | GTA | Midget |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2400 mm |
