1986 Ford Escort vs. 1962 MG Midget
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 24 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 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1962 MG Midget. (46 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1962 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Escort weights approximately 175 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.
Because 1962 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 1962 MG Midget. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Ford Escort (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG Midget. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1962 MG Midget | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Escort | Midget |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2032 mm |
