1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1972 MG Midget
To start off, both 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia and 1972 MG Midget were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia (81 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1972 MG Midget. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1972 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 330 kg more than 1972 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, 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia (104 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1972 MG Midget | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | MG |
Model | Giulia | Midget |
Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 64 HP |
Torque | 104 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 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 | 1050 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2040 mm |