1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1962 MG Midget
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 23 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1962 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1962 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 weights approximately 435 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1962 MG Midget | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | MG |
| Model | 90 | Midget |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Top Speed | 203 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 | 1170 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2032 mm |
