1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1962 MG Midget
To start off, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 20 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 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1962 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1962 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 735 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.
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, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1962 MG Midget | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | MG |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Midget |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2032 mm |
