1975 Avanti Avanti vs. 1966 MG Midget
To start off, 1975 Avanti Avanti is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 MG Midget would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1966 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1966 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 865 kg more than 1966 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 Avanti Avanti (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Avanti Avanti | 1966 MG Midget | |
| Make | Avanti | MG |
| Model | Avanti | Midget |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 443 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2040 mm |
