1968 Fiat 124 vs. 1972 MG Midget
To start off, 1972 MG Midget is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 MG Midget is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 MG Midget (64 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1972 MG Midget should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Fiat 124 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1972 MG Midget.
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, 1972 MG Midget (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 MG Midget will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 124 | 1972 MG Midget | |
| Make | Fiat | MG |
| Model | 124 | Midget |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2040 mm |
