1995 Ford Escort vs. 1969 MG Midget
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 MG Midget would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Escort (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1969 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1969 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 385 kg more than 1969 MG Midget. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 MG Midget. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Ford Escort (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 1969 MG Midget | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Escort | Midget |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2040 mm |
