1981 Seat 127 vs. 1965 MG Midget
To start off, 1981 Seat 127 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 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 MG Midget is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 MG Midget (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1981 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 MG Midget should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 MG Midget weights approximately 30 kg more than 1981 Seat 127. 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 Seat 127, 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, 1965 MG Midget (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 MG Midget will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Seat 127 | 1965 MG Midget | |
| Make | Seat | MG |
| Model | 127 | Midget |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 901 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2032 mm |
