1980 Lancia Trevi vs. 1962 MG Midget
To start off, 1980 Lancia Trevi is newer by 18 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Trevi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Trevi (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1962 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Trevi should accelerate faster than 1962 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Trevi weights approximately 410 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.
Because 1962 MG Midget is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 MG Midget. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Trevi, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Lancia Trevi (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Trevi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Trevi | 1962 MG Midget | |
| Make | Lancia | MG |
| Model | Trevi | Midget |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2032 mm |
