1988 Fiat Regata vs. 1965 MG Midget
To start off, 1988 Fiat Regata is newer by 23 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 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Regata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Regata (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1965 MG Midget. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Regata should accelerate faster than 1965 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Regata weights approximately 155 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.
Because 1965 MG Midget is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 MG Midget. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Regata, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Fiat Regata (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 MG Midget. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Regata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Regata | 1965 MG Midget | |
| Make | Fiat | MG |
| Model | Regata | Midget |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2032 mm |
