1996 Fiat Coupe vs. 1967 MG Midget
To start off, 1996 Fiat Coupe is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 MG Midget would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (130 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1967 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1967 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 465 kg more than 1967 MG Midget. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 MG Midget. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe, 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, 1996 Fiat Coupe (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Coupe | 1967 MG Midget | |
| Make | Fiat | MG |
| Model | Coupe | Midget |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2040 mm |
