1961 MG Midget vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 MG Midget would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1961 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1961 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1033 kg more than 1961 MG Midget. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG Midget. 2013 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1961 MG Midget has manual transmission. 1961 MG Midget will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1961 MG Midget | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | MG | Cadillac |
Model | Midget | CTS |
Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 46 HP | 314 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1768 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4788 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1372 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1232 mm | 1442 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2032 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |