2004 Cadillac Catera vs. 1965 MG Midget
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Catera is newer by 39 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1965 MG Midget. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1965 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 970 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, 2004 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 MG Midget. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 MG Midget. 2004 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1965 MG Midget has manual transmission. 1965 MG Midget will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac Catera | 1965 MG Midget | |
Make | Cadillac | MG |
Model | Catera | Midget |
Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1372 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1232 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2032 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |