1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1963 MG Midget
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 MG Midget would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1963 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1963 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 735 kg more than 1963 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 Alfa 6 (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1963 MG Midget | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | MG |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Midget |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1963 |
| 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 | 179 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 |
