1954 Morris Minor vs. 1985 Ford Laser
To start off, 1985 Ford Laser is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Laser (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1954 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Morris Minor weights approximately 3 kg more than 1985 Ford Laser.
Because 1954 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 1954 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Ford Laser, 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, 1985 Ford Laser (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Morris Minor | 1985 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Morris | Ford |
| Model | Minor | Laser |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 801 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2410 mm |
