1967 MG Midget vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 MG Midget would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 MG Midget is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Panda (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1967 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1967 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Panda weights approximately 425 kg more than 1967 MG Midget. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 MG Midget. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 MG Midget | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | MG | Fiat |
| Model | Midget | Panda |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 18 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2310 mm |
