1950 Morris Minor vs. 2013 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2013 Ford Fiesta is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Fiesta (118 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1950 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 363 kg more than 1950 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Morris Minor 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 1950 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fiesta, 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, 2013 Ford Fiesta (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Morris Minor | 2013 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Morris | Ford |
Model | Minor | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1950 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 918 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1153 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4067 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2489 mm |