1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1963 MG Midget
To start off, 1973 Austin Allegro is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 MG Midget would be higher. At 1,097 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 MG Midget (46 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 MG Midget should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Austin Allegro weights approximately 80 kg more than 1963 MG Midget.
Because 1963 MG Midget is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 MG Midget. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Austin Allegro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1963 MG Midget (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1963 MG Midget will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1963 MG Midget | |
| Make | Austin | MG |
| Model | Allegro | Midget |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1097 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2032 mm |
