1997 Innocenti Mille vs. 1968 MG Midget
To start off, 1997 Innocenti Mille is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 MG Midget would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 MG Midget is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 MG Midget (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1997 Innocenti Mille. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 MG Midget should accelerate faster than 1997 Innocenti Mille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Innocenti Mille weights approximately 145 kg more than 1968 MG Midget.
Because 1968 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 1968 MG Midget. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Innocenti Mille, 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, 1968 MG Midget (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Innocenti Mille. (72 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1968 MG Midget will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Innocenti Mille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Innocenti Mille | 1968 MG Midget | |
| Make | Innocenti | MG |
| Model | Mille | Midget |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2040 mm |
