1991 Fiat 126 vs. 1971 MG Midget
To start off, 1991 Fiat 126 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 MG Midget would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 MG Midget is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 MG Midget (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1991 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 MG Midget should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 MG Midget weights approximately 75 kg more than 1991 Fiat 126. 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, 1971 MG Midget (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 MG Midget will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat 126 | 1971 MG Midget | |
| Make | Fiat | MG |
| Model | 126 | Midget |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 703 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
