2006 Ford Escape vs. 1966 MG Midget
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 40 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1966 MG Midget. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1966 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1966 MG Midget. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Ford Escape, 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, 2006 Ford Escape (207 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 MG Midget. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 MG Midget.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1966 MG Midget | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Escape | Midget |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2040 mm |
