1996 Fiat Vivace vs. 1973 MG Midget
To start off, 1996 Fiat Vivace is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 MG Midget would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 MG Midget (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 MG Midget should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Vivace weights approximately 96 kg more than 1973 MG Midget.
Because 1973 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 1973 MG Midget. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Vivace, 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 Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Vivace | 1973 MG Midget | |
| Make | Fiat | MG |
| Model | Vivace | Midget |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2040 mm |
