2002 Fiat Palio vs. 1972 MG Midget
To start off, 2002 Fiat Palio is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 MG Midget would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 MG Midget (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Palio. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 MG Midget should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Fiat Palio weights approximately 305 kg more than 1972 MG Midget.
Because 1972 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 1972 MG Midget. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Fiat Palio, 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, 2002 Fiat Palio (104 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Palio | 1972 MG Midget | |
| Make | Fiat | MG |
| Model | Palio | Midget |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2040 mm |
