1977 Fiat 132 vs. 1961 MG Midget
To start off, 1977 Fiat 132 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 MG Midget would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Fiat 132 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Fiat 132 (59 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1961 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 1961 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Fiat 132 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1961 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, 1977 Fiat 132 (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1977 Fiat 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 132 | 1961 MG Midget | |
| Make | Fiat | MG |
| Model | 132 | Midget |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2032 mm |
