1959 MG Midget vs. 2000 Ascari Ecosse
To start off, 2000 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 MG Midget would be higher. At 4,722 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ascari Ecosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ascari Ecosse (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1959 MG Midget. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1959 MG Midget. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 398 kg more than 1959 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 MG Midget | 2000 Ascari Ecosse | |
| Make | MG | Ascari |
| Model | Midget | Ecosse |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1466 cc | 4722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1130 mm |
