1974 Avanti Avanti vs. 1962 MG Midget
To start off, 1974 Avanti Avanti 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 6,569 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1962 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1962 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 845 kg more than 1962 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, 1974 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1974 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Avanti Avanti | 1962 MG Midget | |
| Make | Avanti | MG |
| Model | Avanti | Midget |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 6569 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2032 mm |
