1969 MG Midget vs. 1962 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1969 MG Midget is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Sunbeam Alpine (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1969 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1969 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 275 kg more than 1969 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, 1962 Sunbeam Alpine (127 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 MG Midget | 1962 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | MG | Sunbeam |
| Model | Midget | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2190 mm |
