1972 MG Midget vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 41 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1972 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1972 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 810 kg more than 1972 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 ATS (353 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 MG Midget | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | MG | Cadillac |
| Model | Midget | ATS |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1805 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2775 mm |
