1985 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1966 MG Midget
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 MG Midget would be higher. At 1,960 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1966 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1966 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 446 kg more than 1966 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 Spider (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1966 MG Midget | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | MG |
| Model | Spider | Midget |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1960 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2040 mm |
