2003 Pagani Zonda vs. 1962 MG Midget
To start off, 2003 Pagani Zonda is newer by 41 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 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pagani Zonda (547 HP) has 501 more horse power than 1962 MG Midget. (46 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1962 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 515 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.
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, 2003 Pagani Zonda (750 Nm) has 666 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG Midget. (84 Nm). This means 2003 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Pagani Zonda | 1962 MG Midget | |
| Make | Pagani | MG |
| Model | Zonda | Midget |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 7300 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 46 HP |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 335 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.7 seconds | 18.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4395 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2055 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1151 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2032 mm |
