2005 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1966 MG Midget
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 MG Midget would be higher. At 5,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1966 MG Midget. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1966 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 929 kg more than 1966 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, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 MG Midget. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 MG Midget. 2005 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 1966 MG Midget has manual transmission. 1966 MG Midget will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Lumina | 1966 MG Midget | |
| Make | Chevrolet | MG |
| Model | Lumina | Midget |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5800 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1664 kg | 735 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2032 mm |
