1987 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1962 MG Midget
To start off, 1987 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 MG Midget would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Cadillac Eldorado (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1962 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1962 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 955 kg more than 1962 MG Midget. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 MG Midget. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Cadillac Eldorado, 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, 1987 Cadillac Eldorado (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1987 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Cadillac Eldorado | 1962 MG Midget | |
| Make | Cadillac | MG |
| Model | Eldorado | Midget |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2032 mm |
