1984 Ford Escort vs. 1966 MG Midget
To start off, 1984 Ford Escort is newer by 18 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 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 MG Midget (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 MG Midget should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Escort weights approximately 155 kg more than 1966 MG Midget.
Because 1966 MG Midget 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 1966 MG Midget. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Ford Escort, 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, 1966 MG Midget (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 MG Midget will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 1966 MG Midget | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Escort | Midget |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2040 mm |
