1974 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1962 MG Midget
To start off, 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 MG Midget would be higher. At 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 MG Midget is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 MG Midget (46 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 MG Midget should accelerate faster than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 MG Midget weights approximately 171 kg more than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. 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 MG Midget (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1962 MG Midget will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1962 MG Midget | |
| Make | Autobianchi | MG |
| Model | Bianchina | Midget |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2032 mm |
