1991 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 1963 MG Midget
To start off, 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ is newer by 28 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1963 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 1963 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ weights approximately 525 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, 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ | 1963 MG Midget | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | MG |
| Model | SZ | Midget |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2032 mm |
