1969 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1964 MG Midget
To start off, 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 MG Midget would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1964 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1964 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA weights approximately 55 kg more than 1964 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 Alfa Romeo GTA (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1964 MG Midget | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | MG |
Model | GTA | Midget |
Year Released | 1969 | 1964 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 46 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 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 | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1372 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1232 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2032 mm |