1956 Ford Escort vs. 2006 MG ZT-T
To start off, 2006 MG ZT-T is newer by 50 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 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 MG ZT-T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 MG ZT-T (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1956 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 MG ZT-T should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 MG ZT-T weights approximately 998 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.
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, 2006 MG ZT-T (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Escort. (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2006 MG ZT-T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Escort | 2006 MG ZT-T | |
Make | Ford | MG |
Model | Escort | ZT-T |
Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 4599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 65 L |