1968 Ford Escort vs. 1962 MG Midget
To start off, 1968 Ford Escort is newer by 6 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1962 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1962 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Escort weights approximately 70 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, 1968 Ford Escort (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 1962 MG Midget | |
Make | Ford | MG |
Model | Escort | Midget |
Year Released | 1968 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 46 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1372 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1232 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2032 mm |