2004 Fiat Seicento vs. 1968 MG Midget
To start off, 2004 Fiat Seicento is newer by 36 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 11 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 MG Midget should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Seicento weights approximately 20 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, 2004 Fiat Seicento, 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Seicento. (85 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1968 MG Midget will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Seicento | 1968 MG Midget | |
| Make | Fiat | MG |
| Model | Seicento | Midget |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2040 mm |
