1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1968 MG Midget
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 MG Midget would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 MG Midget is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 MG Midget (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 MG Midget should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Uno weights approximately 40 kg more than 1968 MG Midget.
Because 1968 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 1968 MG Midget. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Uno, 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, 1968 MG Midget (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (79 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1968 MG Midget will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 1968 MG Midget | |
| Make | Fiat | MG |
| Model | Uno | Midget |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2040 mm |
