1994 Alfa Romeo RZ vs. 1970 MG Midget
To start off, 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 MG Midget would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1970 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ should accelerate faster than 1970 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ weights approximately 660 kg more than 1970 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, 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ | 1970 MG Midget | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | MG |
| Model | RZ | Midget |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1240 mm |
