1994 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1958 MG Midget
To start off, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 MG Midget would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 423 more horse power than 1958 MG Midget. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1958 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 750 kg more than 1958 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.
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1994 Lamborghini Diablo | 1958 MG Midget | |
Make | Lamborghini | MG |
Model | Diablo | Midget |
Year Released | 1994 | 1958 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1466 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 485 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2400 mm |