1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1965 MG Midget
To start off, 1986 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 21 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1965 MG Midget. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1965 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 185 kg more than 1965 MG Midget. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 MG Midget. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Ritmo | 1965 MG Midget | |
| Make | Fiat | MG |
| Model | Ritmo | Midget |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2032 mm |
