2001 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1968 MG Midget
To start off, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 MG Midget would be higher. At 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (582 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 518 more horse power than 1968 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1968 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 680 kg more than 1968 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, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (640 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 540 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lamborghini Diablo | 1968 MG Midget | |
| Make | Lamborghini | MG |
| Model | Diablo | Midget |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5992 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 582 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 640 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.5 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2040 mm |
