1965 Pontiac Catalina vs. 1961 MG Midget
To start off, 1965 Pontiac Catalina is newer by 4 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 6,891 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Pontiac Catalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Pontiac Catalina (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1961 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Pontiac Catalina should accelerate faster than 1961 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Pontiac Catalina weights approximately 1150 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, 1965 Pontiac Catalina (625 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 541 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1965 Pontiac Catalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG Midget. 1965 Pontiac Catalina 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. 1965 Pontiac Catalina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Pontiac Catalina | 1961 MG Midget | |
Make | Pontiac | MG |
Model | Catalina | Midget |
Year Released | 1965 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6891 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 46 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 625 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1372 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1232 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2032 mm |