1995 Lancia Delta vs. 1971 MG Midget
To start off, 1995 Lancia Delta is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 MG Midget would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lancia Delta (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1971 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1971 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lancia Delta weights approximately 400 kg more than 1971 MG Midget. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Lancia Delta (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lancia Delta | 1971 MG Midget | |
| Make | Lancia | MG |
| Model | Delta | Midget |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2040 mm |
