1956 Ford Escort vs. 1965 MG 1100
To start off, 1965 MG 1100 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 MG 1100 (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1956 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 MG 1100 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 MG 1100 weights approximately 8 kg more than 1956 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Ford Escort is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 MG 1100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1965 MG 1100 (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Escort. (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1965 MG 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Escort | 1965 MG 1100 | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Escort | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2380 mm |
