1968 MG Midget vs. 1969 Monteverdi 400
To start off, 1969 Monteverdi 400 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 MG Midget would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Monteverdi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Monteverdi 400 (392 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1968 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Monteverdi 400 should accelerate faster than 1968 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Monteverdi 400 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1968 MG Midget. 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, 1969 Monteverdi 400 (657 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 557 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Monteverdi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 MG Midget | 1969 Monteverdi 400 | |
| Make | MG | Monteverdi |
| Model | Midget | 400 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 392 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 657 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2530 mm |
