1952 Morris Minor vs. 2011 Ford Ka
To start off, 2011 Ford Ka is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Ka (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1952 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1952 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Ka weights approximately 166 kg more than 1952 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 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 1952 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Ka, 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, 2011 Ford Ka (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Morris Minor | 2011 Ford Ka | |
Make | Morris | Ford |
Model | Minor | Ka |
Year Released | 1952 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 803 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 53 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 774 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2310 mm |