1972 Seat 1500 vs. 1972 MG Midget
To start off, both 1972 Seat 1500 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 1,987 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Seat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 MG Midget (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1972 Seat 1500. (53 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 MG Midget should accelerate faster than 1972 Seat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Seat 1500 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1972 MG Midget.
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:
1972 Seat 1500 | 1972 MG Midget | |
Make | Seat | MG |
Model | 1500 | Midget |
Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1987 cc | 1275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2040 mm |