1995 Lamborghini Cala vs. 1965 MG Midget

To start off, 1995 Lamborghini Cala is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 MG Midget would be higher. At 3,900 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Lamborghini Cala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lamborghini Cala (400 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1965 MG Midget. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lamborghini Cala should accelerate faster than 1965 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lamborghini Cala weights approximately 555 kg more than 1965 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, 1995 Lamborghini Cala (316 Nm) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 MG Midget. (88 Nm). This means 1995 Lamborghini Cala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 MG Midget.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Lamborghini Cala 1965 MG Midget
Make Lamborghini MG
Model Cala Midget
Year Released 1995 1965
Body Type Coupe Roadster
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3900 cc 1098 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 400 HP 58 HP
Engine RPM 7200 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 316 Nm 88 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1290 kg 735 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 3480 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1372 mm
Vehicle Height 1230 mm 1232 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2032 mm


 

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