1970 Fiat 500 vs. 1959 MG Midget
To start off, 1970 Fiat 500 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 MG Midget would be higher. At 1,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 MG Midget is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 MG Midget (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 MG Midget should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 MG Midget weights approximately 370 kg more than 1970 Fiat 500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 500 | 1959 MG Midget | |
| Make | Fiat | MG |
| Model | 500 | Midget |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2400 mm |
