1977 Fiat 131 vs. 1967 MG Midget
To start off, 1977 Fiat 131 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 MG Midget would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 MG Midget (64 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 131. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1967 MG Midget should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Fiat 131 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1967 MG Midget.
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, 1967 MG Midget (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1967 MG Midget will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 131 | 1967 MG Midget | |
| Make | Fiat | MG |
| Model | 131 | Midget |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2040 mm |
