1975 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1962 MG Midget
To start off, 1975 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 13 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo GT (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1962 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1962 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 245 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, 1975 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo GT | 1962 MG Midget | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | MG |
| Model | GT | Midget |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2032 mm |
