1981 Fiat Strada vs. 1965 MG Midget
To start off, 1981 Fiat Strada is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 MG Midget would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Strada (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1965 MG Midget. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1965 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat Strada weights approximately 245 kg more than 1965 MG Midget. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 MG Midget. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Strada, 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, 1981 Fiat Strada (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 MG Midget. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Strada | 1965 MG Midget | |
| Make | Fiat | MG |
| Model | Strada | Midget |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2032 mm |
